Globe InternationalASX:GLB -0.45%69 Gross Margin % is 51.11% as of Dec. 2025, which is 9% above its 10-year median of 46.90. GuruFocus rates ASX:GLB with a GF Score™ of 69/100 and a GF Value™ of A$2.64 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,027 Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories companies, Globe International ranks better than 76.83% on this metric.
The historical rank and industry rank for Globe International's Gross Margin % or its related term are showing as below:
ASX:GLB'
s Gross Margin % Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 44.12 Med: 46.9 Max: 52.37
Current: 50.14
During the past 13 years, the highestGross Margin % of Globe International was 52.37%. The lowest was 44.12%. And the median was 46.90%.
ASX:GLB's Gross Margin % is ranked better than 76.83% of 1027
companies
in the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry
Industry Median: 28.34
vs ASX:GLB: 50.14
Globe International had a gross margin of 51.11% for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 => Durable competitive advantage
The 5-Year average Growth Rate of Gross Margin for Globe International was 0.20% per year.
Globe International (ASX:GLB) Gross Margin % Explanation
Warren Buffett believes that firms with excellent long term economics tend to have consistently higher margins.
Durable competitive advantage creates a high Gross Margin % because of the freedom to price in excess of cost. Companies can be categorized by their Gross Margin %
1. Greater than 40% = Durable competitive advantage
2. Less than 40% = Competition eroding margins
3. Less than 20% = no sustainable competitive advantage
Consistency of Gross Margin is key
Globe International had a gross margin of 51.11% for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 => Durable competitive advantage
Be Aware
If a company loses its competitive advantages, usually its gross margin declines well before its sales declines. Watching Gross Margin % and Operating Margin % closely helps avoid value trap situations.
Globe International Gross Margin % Related Terms
Globe International Gross Margin % Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Globe International's Gross Margin % can be seen below:
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
ASX:GLB vs RL, LEVI, VFC: Gross Margin % Comparison
For the Apparel Manufacturing subindustry, Globe International's Gross Margin %, along with its competitors' market caps and Gross Margin % data, can be viewed below:
* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.
Globe International Gross Margin % vs Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories Industry
For the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Globe International's Gross Margin % distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Globe International's Gross Margin % falls into.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
A positive Gross Profit is only the first step for a company to make a net profit. The gross profit needs to be big enough to also cover related labor, equipment, rental, marketing/advertising, research and development and a lot of other costs in selling the products.
Globe International (ASX:GLB) has a Gross Margin % of 51.11% as of Dec. 2025. Gross margin is the ratio of total gross profit to net sales. View historical data on Globe International and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 46.90. Over the past decade, Globe International's Gross Margin % has ranged from 44.12 to 52.37. According to the industry distribution chart, Globe International ranks #238 out of 1027 companies in the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry, placing it in the top 23.2%.
Is Globe International's Gross Margin % too high?
Globe International's current Gross Margin % of 51.11% is near median its 10-year median of 46.90. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 44.12 to a high of 52.37. The Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry median Gross Margin % is 28.34. Globe International's value of 51.11% is 80.3% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Globe International ranks #238 out of 1027 companies in the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Globe International has a GF Score™ of 69/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Globe International's Gross Margin % compare to RL and LEVI?
According to the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry distribution chart, Globe International ranks #238 out of 1027 companies for Gross Margin %. This places Globe International in the top 23% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Gross Margin % is 28.34. Globe International's value of 51.11% is 80.3% above this benchmark. Historically, Globe International's own Gross Margin % has ranged from 44.12 to 52.37 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 46.90 vs. the industry median of 28.34, Globe International has consistently been above the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Gross Margin % for a Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories company?
The median Gross Margin % among Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories companies is 28.34, based on 1,027 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Gross Margin % significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Gross Margin % should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Globe International's current Gross Margin % of 51.11% is 80.3% above the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Gross Margin % mean?
A high Gross Margin % can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Gross margin is the ratio of total gross profit to net sales. View historical data on Globe International and its competitors. For the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry, the median Gross Margin % is 28.34 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Globe International's current Gross Margin % is 51.11%, which is near median its own 10-year median of 46.90. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Globe International stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Globe International (ASX:GLB) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is A$2.64, compared to a current price of A$2.21 — trading 16.3% below its estimated fair value. The current Gross Margin % is 51.11%, which is near median its 10-year median of 46.90 and 80.3% above the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry median of 28.34. Globe International's overall GF Score™ is 69/100 with 3 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Gross Margin % calculated?
Gross Margin % is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Globe International (ASX:GLB), the current Gross Margin % is 51.11% as of Dec. 2025. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.
Is Globe International (ASX:GLB) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Globe International stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of A$2.21 is trading 16.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of A$2.64.
GuruFocus considers Globe International to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for ASX:GLB:
Gross Margin %: 51.11% (near median its 10-year median of 46.90)
GF Value™: A$2.64 vs. price of A$2.21 (16.3% below fair value)
Industry Position: 80.3% above the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories median (#238 of 1027)
No single metric tells the full story. See the ASX:GLB stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Globe International Ltd is an Australia-based company that operates in the apparel business. The company is engaged in the production and distribution of purpose-built apparel, footwear, and hard goods for the board sports, street fashion, and workwear markets. Its geographical segments include Australasia, North America, and Europe. The company derives a majority of its revenue from Australasia.
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