Mitsubishi ElectricMIELF -0.57%72 Gross Margin % is 32.17% as of Mar. 2026, which is 9% above its 10-year median of 29.45. GuruFocus rates MIELF with a GF Score™ of 72/100 and a GF Value™ of $17.25 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 3,003 Industrial Products companies, Mitsubishi Electric ranks better than 63.5% on this metric.
The historical rank and industry rank for Mitsubishi Electric's Gross Margin % or its related term are showing as below:
MIELF'
s Gross Margin % Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 28.02 Med: 29.45 Max: 32.05
Current: 32.05
During the past 13 years, the highestGross Margin % of Mitsubishi Electric was 32.05%. The lowest was 28.02%. And the median was 29.45%.
MIELF's Gross Margin % is ranked better than 63.5% of 3003
companies
in the Industrial Products industry
Industry Median: 26.79
vs MIELF: 32.05
Mitsubishi Electric had a gross margin of 32.17% for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 => Competition eroding margins
The 5-Year average Growth Rate of Gross Margin for Mitsubishi Electric was 2.80% per year.
Mitsubishi Electric (OTCPK:MIELF) 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
Mitsubishi Electric had a gross margin of 32.17% for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 => Competition eroding margins
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.
Mitsubishi Electric Gross Margin % Related Terms
Mitsubishi Electric Gross Margin % Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Mitsubishi Electric'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 Electrical Equipment & Parts subindustry, Mitsubishi Electric'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.
Mitsubishi Electric Gross Margin % vs Industrial Products Industry
For the Industrial Products industry and Industrials sector, Mitsubishi Electric's Gross Margin % distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Mitsubishi Electric'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.
Mitsubishi Electric (MIELF) has a Gross Margin % of 32.17% as of Mar. 2026. Gross margin is the ratio of total gross profit to net sales. View historical data on Mitsubishi Electric and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 29.45. Over the past decade, Mitsubishi Electric's Gross Margin % has ranged from 28.02 to 32.05. According to the industry distribution chart, Mitsubishi Electric ranks #1096 out of 3003 companies in the Industrial Products industry, placing it in the top 36.5%.
Is Mitsubishi Electric's Gross Margin % too high?
Mitsubishi Electric's current Gross Margin % of 32.17% is near median its 10-year median of 29.45. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 28.02 to a high of 32.05. The Industrial Products industry median Gross Margin % is 26.79. Mitsubishi Electric's value of 32.17% is 20.1% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Mitsubishi Electric ranks #1096 out of 3003 companies in the Industrial Products industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Mitsubishi Electric has a GF Score™ of 72/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Mitsubishi Electric's Gross Margin % compare to VRT and BE?
According to the Industrial Products industry distribution chart, Mitsubishi Electric ranks #1096 out of 3003 companies for Gross Margin %. This puts Mitsubishi Electric in the upper half of its industry. The industry median Gross Margin % is 26.79. Mitsubishi Electric's value of 32.17% is 20.1% above this benchmark. Historically, Mitsubishi Electric's own Gross Margin % has ranged from 28.02 to 32.05 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 29.45 vs. the industry median of 26.79, Mitsubishi Electric 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 an Industrial Products company?
The median Gross Margin % among Industrial Products companies is 26.79, based on 3,003 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. Mitsubishi Electric's current Gross Margin % of 32.17% is 20.1% 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 Mitsubishi Electric and its competitors. For the Industrial Products industry, the median Gross Margin % is 26.79 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Mitsubishi Electric's current Gross Margin % is 32.17%, which is near median its own 10-year median of 29.45. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Mitsubishi Electric stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Mitsubishi Electric (MIELF) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $17.25, compared to a current price of $35.69 — trading 106.9% above its estimated fair value. The current Gross Margin % is 32.17%, which is near median its 10-year median of 29.45 and 20.1% above the Industrial Products industry median of 26.79. Mitsubishi Electric's overall GF Score™ is 72/100 with 7 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 Mitsubishi Electric (MIELF), the current Gross Margin % is 32.17% 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 Mitsubishi Electric (MIELF) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Mitsubishi Electric stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $35.69 is trading 106.9% above its estimated GF Value™ of $17.25.
GuruFocus considers Mitsubishi Electric to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for MIELF:
Gross Margin %: 32.17% (near median its 10-year median of 29.45)
GF Value™: $17.25 vs. price of $35.69 (106.9% above fair value)
Industry Position: 20.1% above the Industrial Products median (#1096 of 3003)
No single metric tells the full story. See the MIELF stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Mitsubishi Electric is a leading Japanese diversified industrial manufacturer, specializing in factory automation systems, power and energy systems, infrastructure solutions, automotive equipment, electronic devices, and home appliances. Founded in 1921 and headquartered in Tokyo, the company operates globally with a strong presence in Asia, Europe, and North America. Known for its technological expertise and high reliability, Mitsubishi Electric plays a vital role in sectors ranging from smart manufacturing and transportation to energy management and defense. The company emphasizes sustainability, innovation, and long-term growth through its focus on electrification, automation, and digitalization.
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