Knorr-Bremse AGMEX:KBXN 83 Gross Margin % is 56.48% as of Mar. 2026, which is 9% above its 10-year median of 51.98. GuruFocus rates MEX:KBXN with a GF Score™ of 83/100 and a GF Value™ of MXN1,388.87. The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,313 Vehicles & Parts companies, Knorr-Bremse AG ranks better than 96.12% on this metric.
The historical rank and industry rank for Knorr-Bremse AG's Gross Margin % or its related term are showing as below:
MEX:KBXN'
s Gross Margin % Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 49.24 Med: 51.98 Max: 55.23
Current: 55.23
During the past 11 years, the highestGross Margin % of Knorr-Bremse AG was 55.23%. The lowest was 49.24%. And the median was 51.98%.
MEX:KBXN's Gross Margin % is ranked better than 96.12% of 1313
companies
in the Vehicles & Parts industry
Industry Median: 19.84
vs MEX:KBXN: 55.23
Knorr-Bremse AG had a gross margin of 56.48% for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 => Durable competitive advantage
The 5-Year average Growth Rate of Gross Margin for Knorr-Bremse AG was 1.00% per year.
Knorr-Bremse AG (MEX:KBXN) 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
Knorr-Bremse AG had a gross margin of 56.48% for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 => 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.
Knorr-Bremse AG Gross Margin % Related Terms
Knorr-Bremse AG Gross Margin % Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Knorr-Bremse AG'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.
For the Auto Parts subindustry, Knorr-Bremse AG'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.
Knorr-Bremse AG Gross Margin % vs Vehicles & Parts Industry
For the Vehicles & Parts industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Knorr-Bremse AG's Gross Margin % distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Knorr-Bremse AG'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.
Knorr-Bremse AG (MEX:KBXN) has a Gross Margin % of 56.48% as of Mar. 2026. Gross margin is the ratio of total gross profit to net sales. View historical data on Knorr-Bremse AG and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 51.98. Over the past decade, Knorr-Bremse AG's Gross Margin % has ranged from 49.24 to 55.23. According to the industry distribution chart, Knorr-Bremse AG ranks #51 out of 1313 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, placing it in the top 3.9%.
Is Knorr-Bremse AG's Gross Margin % too high?
Knorr-Bremse AG's current Gross Margin % of 56.48% is near median its 10-year median of 51.98. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 49.24 to a high of 55.23. The Vehicles & Parts industry median Gross Margin % is 19.84. Knorr-Bremse AG's value of 56.48% is 184.7% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Knorr-Bremse AG ranks #51 out of 1313 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Knorr-Bremse AG has a GF Score™ of 83/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Knorr-Bremse AG's Gross Margin % compare to ORLY and AZO?
According to the Vehicles & Parts industry distribution chart, Knorr-Bremse AG ranks #51 out of 1313 companies for Gross Margin %. This places Knorr-Bremse AG in the top 4% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Gross Margin % is 19.84. Knorr-Bremse AG's value of 56.48% is 184.7% above this benchmark. Historically, Knorr-Bremse AG's own Gross Margin % has ranged from 49.24 to 55.23 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 51.98 vs. the industry median of 19.84, Knorr-Bremse AG 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 Vehicles & Parts company?
The median Gross Margin % among Vehicles & Parts companies is 19.84, based on 1,313 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. Knorr-Bremse AG's current Gross Margin % of 56.48% is 184.7% 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 Knorr-Bremse AG and its competitors. For the Vehicles & Parts industry, the median Gross Margin % is 19.84 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Knorr-Bremse AG's current Gross Margin % is 56.48%, which is near median its own 10-year median of 51.98. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Knorr-Bremse AG stock overvalued right now?
Knorr-Bremse AG (MEX:KBXN) has a current Gross Margin % of 56.48%. The stock's GF Value™ is MXN1,388.87, compared to a current price of MXN1,962.70 — trading 41.3% above its estimated fair value. The current Gross Margin % is 56.48%, which is near median its 10-year median of 51.98 and 184.7% above the Vehicles & Parts industry median of 19.84. Knorr-Bremse AG's overall GF Score™ is 83/100 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 Knorr-Bremse AG (MEX:KBXN), the current Gross Margin % is 56.48% as of Mar. 2026. 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 Knorr-Bremse AG (MEX:KBXN) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Knorr-Bremse AG stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of MXN1,962.70 is trading 41.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of MXN1,388.87.
Key valuation signals for MEX:KBXN:
Gross Margin %: 56.48% (near median its 10-year median of 51.98)
GF Value™: MXN1,388.87 vs. price of MXN1,962.70 (41.3% above fair value)
Industry Position: 184.7% above the Vehicles & Parts median (#51 of 1313)
No single metric tells the full story. See the MEX:KBXN stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Knorr-Bremse AG is engaged in the development, production, marketing, and servicing of Automotive parts. It operates its business activities in two divisions: Rail Vehicle Systems and Commercial Vehicle Systems. Its product portfolio comprises Braking, entrance, and HVAC systems; power electric and control technology; digital solutions; couplers; signal systems; pneumatic braking systems; energy supply and distribution systems; wiper and wash systems; and others. Maximum of revenue is from Rail Vehicle System. Its geographical segments are Europe/Africa, North America, South America, and Asia-Pacific. The majority of its revenue is from Europe/Africa.
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