Canaccord Genuity GroupTSX:CF -1.79%71 Operating Margin % is 18.45% as of Mar. 2026, which is 57% above its 10-year median of 11.78. GuruFocus rates TSX:CF with a GF Score™ of 71/100 and a GF Value™ of C$11.93 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 664 Capital Markets companies, Canaccord Genuity Group ranks better than 53.92% on this metric.
Canaccord Genuity Group (TSX:CF) 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.
Canaccord Genuity Group Operating Margin % Related Terms
Canaccord Genuity Group Operating Margin % Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Canaccord Genuity 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.
TSX:CF vs MS, GS, SCHW: Operating Margin % Comparison
For the Capital Markets subindustry, Canaccord Genuity 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.
Canaccord Genuity Group Operating Margin % vs Capital Markets Industry
For the Capital Markets industry and Financial Services sector, Canaccord Genuity Group's Operating Margin % distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Canaccord Genuity Group's Operating Margin % falls into.
Canaccord Genuity 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.
Canaccord Genuity Group'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.
Canaccord Genuity Group (TSX:CF) has a Operating Margin % of 18.45% as of Mar. 2026. Operating margin is the ratio of total operating income to net sales. View historical data on Canaccord Genuity Group and its competitors. This is 57% above median its historical median of 11.78. Over the past decade, Canaccord Genuity Group's Operating Margin % has ranged from 6.73 to 20.81. According to the industry distribution chart, Canaccord Genuity Group ranks #306 out of 664 companies in the Capital Markets industry, placing it in the top 46.1%.
Is Canaccord Genuity Group's Operating Margin % too high?
Canaccord Genuity Group's current Operating Margin % of 18.45% is 57% above median its 10-year median of 11.78. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 6.73 to a high of 20.81. The Capital Markets industry median Operating Margin % is 6.96. Canaccord Genuity Group's value of 18.45% is 165.3% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Canaccord Genuity Group ranks #306 out of 664 companies in the Capital Markets industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Canaccord Genuity Group has a GF Score™ of 71/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Canaccord Genuity Group's Operating Margin % compare to MS and GS?
According to the Capital Markets industry distribution chart, Canaccord Genuity Group ranks #306 out of 664 companies for Operating Margin %. This puts Canaccord Genuity Group in the upper half of its industry. The industry median Operating Margin % is 6.96. Canaccord Genuity Group's value of 18.45% is 165.3% above this benchmark. Historically, Canaccord Genuity Group's own Operating Margin % has ranged from 6.73 to 20.81 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 11.78 vs. the industry median of 6.96, Canaccord Genuity 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. Canaccord Genuity Group's current Operating Margin % of 18.45% is 165.3% 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 Canaccord Genuity 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. Canaccord Genuity Group's current Operating Margin % is 18.45%, which is 57% above median its own 10-year median of 11.78. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Canaccord Genuity Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Canaccord Genuity Group (TSX:CF) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is C$11.93, compared to a current price of C$14.26 — trading 19.5% above its estimated fair value. The current Operating Margin % is 18.45%, which is 57% above median its 10-year median of 11.78 and 165.3% above the Capital Markets industry median of 6.96. Canaccord Genuity Group's overall GF Score™ is 71/100 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 Canaccord Genuity Group (TSX:CF), the current Operating Margin % is 18.45% 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 Canaccord Genuity Group (TSX:CF) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Canaccord Genuity Group stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of C$14.26 is trading 19.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of C$11.93.
GuruFocus considers Canaccord Genuity Group to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for TSX:CF:
Operating Margin %: 18.45% (57% above median its 10-year median of 11.78)
GF Value™: C$11.93 vs. price of C$14.26 (19.5% above fair value)
Industry Position: 165.3% above the Capital Markets median (#306 of 664)
No single metric tells the full story. See the TSX:CF stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Canaccord Genuity Group Inc is an independent, full-service financial services firm. The company's segment reporting is based on the following operating segments: Canaccord Genuity Capital Markets, Canaccord Genuity Wealth Management, and Corporate and Other. It generates revenue by providing value to its individual, institutional, and corporate clients through comprehensive investment solutions, brokerage services, and investment banking services. Maximum revenue is generated from the Canaccord Genuity Wealth Management segment, which provides brokerage services and investment advice to retail or institutional clients in Canada, the United States, Australia, and the UK & Crown dependencies. Geographically, the group derives maximum revenue from its business in Canada.
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