Mitsubishi ElectricMIELF +3.88%72 Operating Margin % is 7.96% as of Mar. 2026, which is 26% above its 10-year median of 6.34. 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 3,038 Industrial Products companies, Mitsubishi Electric ranks better than 54.31% on this metric.
Mitsubishi Electric (OTCPK:MIELF) Operating Margin % Explanation
Just like Gross Margin %, it is important to see a company maintains its operating margin over time. Among the same industry, a company with higher operating margin is more efficient in its operation. It is also more stable during industry slowdown or recessions. Peter Lynch prefers those with higher margins than those with lower margins.
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Operating Margin % can be manipulated by adjusting the rate of depreciation, depletion and amortization (DDA).
If a company is facing competition, its Operating Margin % may decline. Often the Operating Margin % declines well before the company's Revenue or even profit decline. Therefore, Operating Margin % is a very important indicator of whether the company is facing problems.
For instance, by 2012, Nokia (NOK)'s problems were well known and its stock had lost more than 90% of its market value since 2007. But Nokias Operating Margin % had already been in decline since 2002, although its Earnings per Share (Diluted) were still rising. Investors who paid attention to Operating Margin % would have avoided this huge loss. The same can be said for Research-in-Motion (RIMM).
Therefore, Operating Margin % is a very important screening filter for GuruFocus. GuruFocus's Buffett-Munger screener requires that the profit margin is either consistent or expanding. The Model Portfolio of the Buffett-Munger screener has outperformed the market every year since inception in 2009.
Mitsubishi Electric Operating Margin % Related Terms
Mitsubishi Electric Operating Margin % Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Mitsubishi Electric's Operating 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 Operating Margin %, along with its competitors' market caps and Operating 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 Operating Margin % vs Industrial Products Industry
For the Industrial Products industry and Industrials sector, Mitsubishi Electric's Operating Margin % distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Mitsubishi Electric's Operating Margin % falls into.
Mitsubishi Electric Operating Margin % Calculation
Operating Margin % - also known as operating income margin, operating profit margin and return on sales (ROS) - is the ratio of Operating Income divided by net sales or Revenue, usually presented in percent.
Mitsubishi Electric's Operating Margin % for the fiscal year that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as
* 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.
Mitsubishi Electric (MIELF) has a Operating Margin % of 7.96% as of Mar. 2026. Operating margin is the ratio of total operating income to net sales. View historical data on Mitsubishi Electric and its competitors. This is 26% above median its historical median of 6.34. Over the past decade, Mitsubishi Electric's Operating Margin % has ranged from 5.24 to 7.37. According to the industry distribution chart, Mitsubishi Electric ranks #1388 out of 3038 companies in the Industrial Products industry, placing it in the top 45.7%.
Is Mitsubishi Electric's Operating Margin % too high?
Mitsubishi Electric's current Operating Margin % of 7.96% is 26% above median its 10-year median of 6.34. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 5.24 to a high of 7.37. The Industrial Products industry median Operating Margin % is 6.53. Mitsubishi Electric's value of 7.96% is 21.9% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Mitsubishi Electric ranks #1388 out of 3038 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 Operating Margin % compare to VRT and BE?
According to the Industrial Products industry distribution chart, Mitsubishi Electric ranks #1388 out of 3038 companies for Operating Margin %. This puts Mitsubishi Electric in the upper half of its industry. The industry median Operating Margin % is 6.53. Mitsubishi Electric's value of 7.96% is 21.9% above this benchmark. Historically, Mitsubishi Electric's own Operating Margin % has ranged from 5.24 to 7.37 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 6.34 vs. the industry median of 6.53, 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 Operating Margin % for an Industrial Products company?
The median Operating Margin % among Industrial Products companies is 6.53, based on 3,038 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Operating Margin % significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Operating Margin % should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Mitsubishi Electric's current Operating Margin % of 7.96% is 21.9% 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 Operating Margin % mean?
A high Operating Margin % can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Operating margin is the ratio of total operating income to net sales. View historical data on Mitsubishi Electric and its competitors. For the Industrial Products industry, the median Operating Margin % is 6.53 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Mitsubishi Electric's current Operating Margin % is 7.96%, which is 26% above median its own 10-year median of 6.34. 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 $37.29 — trading 116.2% above its estimated fair value. The current Operating Margin % is 7.96%, which is 26% above median its 10-year median of 6.34 and 21.9% above the Industrial Products industry median of 6.53. 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 Operating Margin % calculated?
Operating Margin % is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Mitsubishi Electric (MIELF), the current Operating Margin % is 7.96% 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 $37.29 is trading 116.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of $17.25.
GuruFocus considers Mitsubishi Electric to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for MIELF:
Operating Margin %: 7.96% (26% above median its 10-year median of 6.34)
GF Value™: $17.25 vs. price of $37.29 (116.2% above fair value)
Industry Position: 21.9% above the Industrial Products median (#1388 of 3038)
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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