Robust HotelsNSE:RHL +0.29%78 Gross Margin % is 77.95% as of Mar. 2026, which is 13% above its 10-year median of 69.01. GuruFocus rates NSE:RHL with a GF Score™ of 78/100 and a GF Value™ of ₹241.43 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 793 Travel & Leisure companies, Robust Hotels ranks better than 83.35% on this metric.
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
Robust Hotels had a gross margin of 77.95% 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.
Robust Hotels Gross Margin % Related Terms
Robust Hotels Gross Margin % Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Robust Hotels'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 Lodging subindustry, Robust Hotels'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.
Robust Hotels Gross Margin % vs Travel & Leisure Industry
For the Travel & Leisure industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Robust Hotels's Gross Margin % distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Robust Hotels'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.
Robust Hotels (NSE:RHL) has a Gross Margin % of 77.95% as of Mar. 2026. Gross margin is the ratio of total gross profit to net sales. View historical data on Robust Hotels and its competitors. This is 13% above median its historical median of 69.01. Over the past decade, Robust Hotels' Gross Margin % has ranged from 54.61 to 74.77. According to the industry distribution chart, Robust Hotels ranks #132 out of 793 companies in the Travel & Leisure industry, placing it in the top 16.6%.
Is Robust Hotels' Gross Margin % too high?
Robust Hotels' current Gross Margin % of 77.95% is 13% above median its 10-year median of 69.01. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 54.61 to a high of 74.77. The Travel & Leisure industry median Gross Margin % is 44.16. Robust Hotels' value of 77.95% is 76.5% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Robust Hotels ranks #132 out of 793 companies in the Travel & Leisure industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Robust Hotels has a GF Score™ of 78/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Robust Hotels' Gross Margin % compare to MAR and HLT?
According to the Travel & Leisure industry distribution chart, Robust Hotels ranks #132 out of 793 companies for Gross Margin %. This places Robust Hotels in the top 17% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Gross Margin % is 44.16. Robust Hotels' value of 77.95% is 76.5% above this benchmark. Historically, Robust Hotels' own Gross Margin % has ranged from 54.61 to 74.77 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 69.01 vs. the industry median of 44.16, Robust Hotels 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 Travel & Leisure company?
The median Gross Margin % among Travel & Leisure companies is 44.16, based on 793 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. Robust Hotels's current Gross Margin % of 77.95% is 76.5% 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 Robust Hotels and its competitors. For the Travel & Leisure industry, the median Gross Margin % is 44.16 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Robust Hotels's current Gross Margin % is 77.95%, which is 13% above median its own 10-year median of 69.01. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Robust Hotels stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Robust Hotels (NSE:RHL) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₹241.43, compared to a current price of ₹182.08 — trading 24.6% below its estimated fair value. The current Gross Margin % is 77.95%, which is 13% above median its 10-year median of 69.01 and 76.5% above the Travel & Leisure industry median of 44.16. Robust Hotels' overall GF Score™ is 78/100 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 Robust Hotels (NSE:RHL), the current Gross Margin % is 77.95% 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 Robust Hotels (NSE:RHL) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Robust Hotels stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of ₹182.08 is trading 24.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of ₹241.43.
GuruFocus considers Robust Hotels to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for NSE:RHL:
Gross Margin %: 77.95% (13% above median its 10-year median of 69.01)
GF Value™: ₹241.43 vs. price of ₹182.08 (24.6% below fair value)
Industry Position: 76.5% above the Travel & Leisure median (#132 of 793)
No single metric tells the full story. See the NSE:RHL stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Robust Hotels Ltd is a hospitality company with a presence in Chennai. The company operates several hotels in the city, including the Hyatt Regency Chennai. Known for its commitment to excellence and quality service, Robust Hotels Ltd offers premium accommodations and amenities to both business and leisure travelers. The company generates the majority of its revenue from Hotel room revenue. The company's segment includes the Hotel Business segment and the Investment Division segment. The firm generates key revenue from the Hotel Business segment.
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