VAT Group AGXSWX:VACN -1.70%88 Gross Margin % is 63.34% as of Dec. 2025, which is 0% above its 10-year median of 63.29. GuruFocus rates XSWX:VACN with a GF Score™ of 88/100 and a GF Value™ of CHF427.14 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 3,003 Industrial Products companies, VAT Group AG ranks better than 96.74% on this metric.
The historical rank and industry rank for VAT Group AG's Gross Margin % or its related term are showing as below:
XSWX:VACN'
s Gross Margin % Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 60.66 Med: 63.29 Max: 67.3
Current: 64.44
During the past 11 years, the highestGross Margin % of VAT Group AG was 67.30%. The lowest was 60.66%. And the median was 63.29%.
XSWX:VACN's Gross Margin % is ranked better than 96.74% of 3003
companies
in the Industrial Products industry
Industry Median: 26.79
vs XSWX:VACN: 64.44
VAT Group AG had a gross margin of 63.34% for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 => Durable competitive advantage
The 5-Year average Growth Rate of Gross Margin for VAT Group AG was 0.50% per year.
VAT Group AG (XSWX:VACN) 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
VAT Group AG had a gross margin of 63.34% 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.
VAT Group AG Gross Margin % Related Terms
VAT Group AG Gross Margin % Historical Data
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The historical data trend for VAT Group 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.
XSWX:VACN vs GEV, ETN, PH: Gross Margin % Comparison
For the Specialty Industrial Machinery subindustry, VAT Group 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.
VAT Group AG Gross Margin % vs Industrial Products Industry
For the Industrial Products industry and Industrials sector, VAT Group AG's Gross Margin % distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where VAT Group 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.
VAT Group AG (XSWX:VACN) has a Gross Margin % of 63.34% as of Dec. 2025. Gross margin is the ratio of total gross profit to net sales. View historical data on VAT Group AG and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 63.29. Over the past decade, VAT Group AG's Gross Margin % has ranged from 60.66 to 67.30. According to the industry distribution chart, VAT Group AG ranks #98 out of 3003 companies in the Industrial Products industry, placing it in the top 3.3%.
Is VAT Group AG's Gross Margin % too high?
VAT Group AG's current Gross Margin % of 63.34% is near median its 10-year median of 63.29. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 60.66 to a high of 67.30. The Industrial Products industry median Gross Margin % is 26.79. VAT Group AG's value of 63.34% is 136.4% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, VAT Group AG ranks #98 out of 3003 companies in the Industrial Products industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, VAT Group AG has a GF Score™ of 88/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does VAT Group AG's Gross Margin % compare to GEV and ETN?
According to the Industrial Products industry distribution chart, VAT Group AG ranks #98 out of 3003 companies for Gross Margin %. This places VAT Group AG in the top 3% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Gross Margin % is 26.79. VAT Group AG's value of 63.34% is 136.4% above this benchmark. Historically, VAT Group AG's own Gross Margin % has ranged from 60.66 to 67.30 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 63.29 vs. the industry median of 26.79, VAT Group 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 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. VAT Group AG's current Gross Margin % of 63.34% is 136.4% 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 VAT Group AG 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. VAT Group AG's current Gross Margin % is 63.34%, which is near median its own 10-year median of 63.29. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is VAT Group AG stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, VAT Group AG (XSWX:VACN) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is CHF427.14, compared to a current price of CHF669.80 — trading 56.8% above its estimated fair value. The current Gross Margin % is 63.34%, which is near median its 10-year median of 63.29 and 136.4% above the Industrial Products industry median of 26.79. VAT Group AG's overall GF Score™ is 88/100 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 VAT Group AG (XSWX:VACN), the current Gross Margin % is 63.34% 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 VAT Group AG (XSWX:VACN) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, VAT Group AG stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of CHF669.80 is trading 56.8% above its estimated GF Value™ of CHF427.14.
GuruFocus considers VAT Group AG to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for XSWX:VACN:
Gross Margin %: 63.34% (near median its 10-year median of 63.29)
GF Value™: CHF427.14 vs. price of CHF669.80 (56.8% above fair value)
Industry Position: 136.4% above the Industrial Products median (#98 of 3003)
No single metric tells the full story. See the XSWX:VACN stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
VAT Group AG is a developer and manufacturer of vacuum valves and related solutions used in vacuum environments required for the manufacturing of semiconductors, photovoltaic solar cells, digital displays, and other industrial and research applications. Its products are mission-critical components that enable high-precision processes in near-perfect vacuum environments. It operates through two segments: valves, which earn maximum revenue and focus on the design and manufacture of vacuum valves and related components, and service, which provides spare parts, repairs, upgrades, and support services for installed products. The company maintains a production footprint across multiple locations and serves customers internationally, earning a majority of its revenue from China.
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