Villeroy & Boch AGWBO:VIB3 +0.95%52 Gross Margin % is 38.91% as of Mar. 2026, which is 9% below its 10-year median of 42.84. GuruFocus rates WBO:VIB3 with a GF Score™ of 52/100 and a GF Value™ of €16.86 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,724 Construction companies, Villeroy & Boch AG ranks better than 80.1% on this metric.
Villeroy & Boch AG gross margin has been in long-term decline. The average rate of decline per year is -2.3%.
The historical rank and industry rank for Villeroy & Boch AG's Gross Margin % or its related term are showing as below:
WBO:VIB3'
s Gross Margin % Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 37.55 Med: 42.84 Max: 44.38
Current: 37.73
During the past 13 years, the highestGross Margin % of Villeroy & Boch AG was 44.38%. The lowest was 37.55%. And the median was 42.84%.
WBO:VIB3's Gross Margin % is ranked better than 80.1% of 1724
companies
in the Construction industry
Industry Median: 20.705
vs WBO:VIB3: 37.73
Villeroy & Boch AG had a gross margin of 38.91% for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 => Competition eroding margins
The 5-Year average Growth Rate of Gross Margin for Villeroy & Boch AG was -2.30% per year.
Villeroy & Boch AG (WBO:VIB3) 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
Villeroy & Boch AG had a gross margin of 38.91% 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.
Villeroy & Boch AG Gross Margin % Related Terms
Villeroy & Boch AG Gross Margin % Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Villeroy & Boch 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.
WBO:VIB3 vs TT, JCI, CARR: Gross Margin % Comparison
For the Building Products & Equipment subindustry, Villeroy & Boch 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.
Villeroy & Boch AG Gross Margin % vs Construction Industry
For the Construction industry and Industrials sector, Villeroy & Boch AG's Gross Margin % distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Villeroy & Boch 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.
Villeroy & Boch AG (WBO:VIB3) has a Gross Margin % of 38.91% as of Mar. 2026. Gross margin is the ratio of total gross profit to net sales. View historical data on Villeroy & Boch AG and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 42.84. Over the past decade, Villeroy & Boch AG's Gross Margin % has ranged from 37.55 to 44.38. According to the industry distribution chart, Villeroy & Boch AG ranks #343 out of 1724 companies in the Construction industry, placing it in the top 19.9%.
Is Villeroy & Boch AG's Gross Margin % too high?
Villeroy & Boch AG's current Gross Margin % of 38.91% is near median its 10-year median of 42.84. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 37.55 to a high of 44.38. The Construction industry median Gross Margin % is 20.71. Villeroy & Boch AG's value of 38.91% is 87.9% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Villeroy & Boch AG ranks #343 out of 1724 companies in the Construction industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Villeroy & Boch AG has a GF Score™ of 52/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Villeroy & Boch AG's Gross Margin % compare to TT and JCI?
According to the Construction industry distribution chart, Villeroy & Boch AG ranks #343 out of 1724 companies for Gross Margin %. This places Villeroy & Boch AG in the top 20% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Gross Margin % is 20.71. Villeroy & Boch AG's value of 38.91% is 87.9% above this benchmark. Historically, Villeroy & Boch AG's own Gross Margin % has ranged from 37.55 to 44.38 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 42.84 vs. the industry median of 20.71, Villeroy & Boch 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 Construction company?
The median Gross Margin % among Construction companies is 20.71, based on 1,724 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. Villeroy & Boch AG's current Gross Margin % of 38.91% is 87.9% 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 Villeroy & Boch AG and its competitors. For the Construction industry, the median Gross Margin % is 20.71 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Villeroy & Boch AG's current Gross Margin % is 38.91%, which is near median its own 10-year median of 42.84. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Villeroy & Boch AG stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Villeroy & Boch AG (WBO:VIB3) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is €16.86, compared to a current price of €15.90 — trading 5.7% below its estimated fair value. The current Gross Margin % is 38.91%, which is near median its 10-year median of 42.84 and 87.9% above the Construction industry median of 20.71. Villeroy & Boch AG's overall GF Score™ is 52/100 with 8 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 Villeroy & Boch AG (WBO:VIB3), the current Gross Margin % is 38.91% 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 Villeroy & Boch AG (WBO:VIB3) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Villeroy & Boch AG stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of €15.90 is trading 5.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of €16.86.
GuruFocus considers Villeroy & Boch AG to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for WBO:VIB3:
Gross Margin %: 38.91% (near median its 10-year median of 42.84)
GF Value™: €16.86 vs. price of €15.90 (5.7% below fair value)
Industry Position: 87.9% above the Construction median (#343 of 1724)
No single metric tells the full story. See the WBO:VIB3 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Villeroy & Boch AG is a manufacturer of home furnishing products based in Germany. The firm's activities are broadly categorized into two segments. The Bathroom and Wellness Division produces a variety of items, including ceramic sanitary ware, ceramic kitchen sinks, bathroom furniture, shower tubs, whirlpools, as well as bath and kitchen fittings and accessories. This division also offers shower toilets, installation systems, outdoor whirlpools, and a range of accessories. Meanwhile, the Dining & Lifestyle Division provides an extensive selection of tableware, glassware, and cutlery designed for stylish dining, along with home accessories, gifts, and convenience-oriented products made from porcelain. The majority of the firm's revenue comes from the Bathroom and Wellness Division.
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