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The historical rank and industry rank for Cubic Sensor and Instrument Co's Net Margin % or its related term are showing as below:
SHSE:688665'
s Net Margin % Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 9.4 Med: 19.18 Max: 32.82
Current: 12.9
SHSE:688665's Net Margin % is ranked better than 85.82% of 2476
companies
in the Hardware industry
Industry Median: 2.69
vs SHSE:688665: 12.90
Cubic Sensor and Instrument Co (SHSE:688665) Net Margin % Explanation
Although Net Income and Earnings-per-Share (EPS) are the most widely used parameter in measuring a company's profitability and valuation, it is the least reliable. The reason is that reported earnings can be manipulated easily by adjusting any numbers such as Depreciation, Depletion and Amotorization and non-recurring items.
But the long term trend of the net margin is a good indicator of the competitiveness and health of the business.
Cubic Sensor and Instrument Co Net Margin % Related Terms
Cubic Sensor and Instrument Co Net Margin % Historical Data
* 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.
SHSE:688665 vs APH, GLW, TEL: Net Margin % Comparison
For the Electronic Components subindustry, Cubic Sensor and Instrument Co's Net Margin %, along with its competitors' market caps and Net 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.
Cubic Sensor and Instrument Co Net Margin % vs Hardware Industry
For the Hardware industry and Technology sector, Cubic Sensor and Instrument Co's Net Margin % distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Cubic Sensor and Instrument Co's Net 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.
Cubic Sensor and Instrument Co (SHSE:688665) has a Net Margin % of 15.06% as of Mar. 2026. Net margin is the ratio of total net income to net sales. View historical data on Cubic Sensor and Instrument Co and its competitors. This is 21% below median its historical median of 19.18. Over the past decade, Cubic Sensor and Instrument Co's Net Margin % has ranged from 9.40 to 32.82. According to the industry distribution chart, Cubic Sensor and Instrument Co ranks #351 out of 2476 companies in the Hardware industry, placing it in the top 14.2%.
Is Cubic Sensor and Instrument Co's Net Margin % too high?
Cubic Sensor and Instrument Co's current Net Margin % of 15.06% is 21% below median its 10-year median of 19.18. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 9.40 to a high of 32.82. The Hardware industry median Net Margin % is 2.69. Cubic Sensor and Instrument Co's value of 15.06% is 459.9% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Cubic Sensor and Instrument Co ranks #351 out of 2476 companies in the Hardware industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Cubic Sensor and Instrument Co has a GF Score™ of 92/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Cubic Sensor and Instrument Co's Net Margin % compare to APH and GLW?
According to the Hardware industry distribution chart, Cubic Sensor and Instrument Co ranks #351 out of 2476 companies for Net Margin %. This places Cubic Sensor and Instrument Co in the top 14% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Net Margin % is 2.69. Cubic Sensor and Instrument Co's value of 15.06% is 459.9% above this benchmark. Historically, Cubic Sensor and Instrument Co's own Net Margin % has ranged from 9.40 to 32.82 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 19.18 vs. the industry median of 2.69, Cubic Sensor and Instrument Co 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 Net Margin % for a Hardware company?
The median Net Margin % among Hardware companies is 2.69, based on 2,476 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Net Margin % significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Net Margin % should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Cubic Sensor and Instrument Co's current Net Margin % of 15.06% is 459.9% 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 Net Margin % mean?
A high Net Margin % can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Net margin is the ratio of total net income to net sales. View historical data on Cubic Sensor and Instrument Co and its competitors. For the Hardware industry, the median Net Margin % is 2.69 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Cubic Sensor and Instrument Co's current Net Margin % is 15.06%, which is 21% below median its own 10-year median of 19.18. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Cubic Sensor and Instrument Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Cubic Sensor and Instrument Co (SHSE:688665) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ¥53.54, compared to a current price of ¥41.76 — trading 22% below its estimated fair value. The current Net Margin % is 15.06%, which is 21% below median its 10-year median of 19.18 and 459.9% above the Hardware industry median of 2.69. Cubic Sensor and Instrument Co's overall GF Score™ is 92/100 with 6 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Net Margin % calculated?
Net Margin % is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Cubic Sensor and Instrument Co (SHSE:688665), the current Net Margin % is 15.06% 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 Cubic Sensor and Instrument Co (SHSE:688665) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Cubic Sensor and Instrument Co stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of ¥41.76 is trading 22% below its estimated GF Value™ of ¥53.54.
GuruFocus considers Cubic Sensor and Instrument Co to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for SHSE:688665:
Net Margin %: 15.06% (21% below median its 10-year median of 19.18)
GF Value™: ¥53.54 vs. price of ¥41.76 (22% below fair value)
Industry Position: 459.9% above the Hardware median (#351 of 2476)
No single metric tells the full story. See the SHSE:688665 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Cubic Sensor and Instrument Co Business Description
Cubic Sensor and Instrument Co Ltd is engaged in the research and development, production and sales of gas sensors and gas analysis instruments. Its products are used in applications including HVAC, industrial safety, automotive electronics, medical and healthcare, smart metering, scientific instruments, and thermal engineering.
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