CTS Global Equity GroupPHS:CTS -1.37%44 Operating Margin % is 40.37% as of Mar. 2026, which is 1528% above its 10-year median of 2.48. GuruFocus rates PHS:CTS with a GF Score™ of 44/100 and a GF Value™ of ₱0.47 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 664 Capital Markets companies, CTS Global Equity Group ranks better than 50.15% on this metric.
CTS Global Equity Group (PHS:CTS) 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.
Be Aware
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.
CTS Global Equity Group Operating Margin % Related Terms
CTS Global Equity Group Operating Margin % Historical Data
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The historical data trend for CTS Global Equity Group'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.
PHS:CTS vs MS, GS, SCHW: Operating Margin % Comparison
For the Capital Markets subindustry, CTS Global Equity Group'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.
CTS Global Equity Group Operating Margin % vs Capital Markets Industry
For the Capital Markets industry and Financial Services sector, CTS Global Equity Group's Operating Margin % distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where CTS Global Equity Group's Operating Margin % falls into.
CTS Global Equity Group 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.
CTS Global Equity Group's Operating Margin % for the fiscal year that ended in Dec. 2025 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.
CTS Global Equity Group (PHS:CTS) has a Operating Margin % of 40.37% as of Mar. 2026. Operating margin is the ratio of total operating income to net sales. View historical data on CTS Global Equity Group and its competitors. This is 1528% above median its historical median of 2.48. According to the industry distribution chart, CTS Global Equity Group ranks #331 out of 664 companies in the Capital Markets industry, placing it in the top 49.8%.
Is CTS Global Equity Group's Operating Margin % too high?
CTS Global Equity Group's current Operating Margin % of 40.37% is 1528% above median its 10-year median of 2.48. The Capital Markets industry median Operating Margin % is 6.96. CTS Global Equity Group's value of 40.37% is 480.4% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, CTS Global Equity Group ranks #331 out of 664 companies in the Capital Markets industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, CTS Global Equity Group has a GF Score™ of 44/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does CTS Global Equity Group's Operating Margin % compare to MS and GS?
According to the Capital Markets industry distribution chart, CTS Global Equity Group ranks #331 out of 664 companies for Operating Margin %. This puts CTS Global Equity Group in the upper half of its industry. The industry median Operating Margin % is 6.96. CTS Global Equity Group's value of 40.37% is 480.4% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 2.48 vs. the industry median of 6.96, CTS Global Equity Group 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 a Capital Markets company?
The median Operating Margin % among Capital Markets companies is 6.96, based on 664 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. CTS Global Equity Group's current Operating Margin % of 40.37% is 480.4% 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 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 CTS Global Equity Group and its competitors. For the Capital Markets industry, the median Operating Margin % is 6.96 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. CTS Global Equity Group's current Operating Margin % is 40.37%, which is 1528% above median its own 10-year median of 2.48. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is CTS Global Equity Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, CTS Global Equity Group (PHS:CTS) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₱0.47, compared to a current price of ₱0.36 — trading 23.4% below its estimated fair value. The current Operating Margin % is 40.37%, which is 1528% above median its 10-year median of 2.48 and 480.4% above the Capital Markets industry median of 6.96. CTS Global Equity Group's overall GF Score™ is 44/100 with 3 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 CTS Global Equity Group (PHS:CTS), the current Operating Margin % is 40.37% 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 CTS Global Equity Group (PHS:CTS) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, CTS Global Equity Group stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of ₱0.36 is trading 23.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of ₱0.47.
GuruFocus considers CTS Global Equity Group to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for PHS:CTS:
Operating Margin %: 40.37% (1528% above median its 10-year median of 2.48)
GF Value™: ₱0.47 vs. price of ₱0.36 (23.4% below fair value)
Industry Position: 480.4% above the Capital Markets median (#331 of 664)
No single metric tells the full story. See the PHS:CTS stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
CTS Global Equity Group Inc. is a stock brokerage firm in the Philippines. The company is engaged as a Broker-Dealer in Securities and Proprietary Trading. It offers its brokerage services for securities. It offers financial services to the clients by giving them access to trade the Philippine market with the support and assistance of a seasoned broker. The company's business segments include: Proprietary Trading, Brokerage Services, Investment Income, and Client Advisory. Its internship program, trader training, and client advisory business allow its clients and stakeholders to participate in the capital markets.
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