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Operating Margin: 6.64%

Is the operating margin high or low?

The operating margin of 6.64% is 10% below its 5-year average of 7.41%, near the low end of its 5-year range (6.13%–8.73%).

As of Monday, June 29, 2026. 8.22% below its 12-month average of 7.23%.

Operating Margin

CDW Operating Margin

6.64%

Reported quarterly operating margin; no daily interpolation.

-7.65% 5Y
CDW Operating Margin

CDW Average Operating Margin Chart

CDW Operating Margin

CDW Current vs Average Operating Margin Chart

CDW Operating Margin Metrics

OPERATING MARGIN

6.64%

OPERATING MARGIN AVG TTM

7.23%

OPERATING MARGIN AVG 3Y

7.61%

OPERATING MARGIN AVG 5Y

7.41%

OPERATING MARGIN AVG 10Y

6.75%

OPERATING MARGIN AVG 15Y

6.24%

OPERATING MARGIN AVG 20Y

6.05%

CURRENT VS TTM AVG

-8.22%

CURRENT VS 3Y AVG

-12.79%

CURRENT VS 5Y AVG

-10.38%

CURRENT VS 10Y AVG

-1.68%

CURRENT VS 15Y AVG

+6.43%

CURRENT VS 20Y AVG

+9.64%

CDW Competitors' Operating Margin

NAMEMARKET CAPOPERATING MARGINTTM3Y5Y
CDW Corporation (CDW)$17.86B6.64%7.23%7.61%7.41%
Super Micro Computer, Inc. (SMCI)vs ›$18.21B4.48%6.89%7.73%6.66%
Onto Innovation Inc. (ONTO)vs ›$17.48B10.53%13.22%15.47%17.96%
Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation (CTSH)vs ›$18.36B15.66%15.68%15.13%14.75%
Samsara Inc. (IOT)vs ›$18.52B-0.70%-9.23%-21.18%-41.35%
Fabrinet (FN)vs ›$18.93B9.78%9.56%9.55%9.14%
Nextpower Inc. (NXT)vs ›$16.63B19.70%20.59%18.38%15.22%
Akamai Technologies, Inc. (AKAM)vs ›$16.54B13.67%14.14%15.93%17.82%
Nova Ltd. (NVMI)vs ›$16.53B28.93%28.34%27.12%26.02%
Toast, Inc. (TOST)vs ›$16.33B5.63%2.64%-4.05%-9.38%

Operating Efficiency

Gross Margin

21.6%

Operating Margin

6.6%

Operating Margin Formula & Definition

Operating Margin = Operating Income / Revenue

Operating margin is the percentage of revenue remaining after operating expenses, reflecting operating efficiency.

Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute

Operating Margin FAQ

What is the operating margin for CDW Corporation (CDW)?
The operating margin for CDW stock is 6.64%.
Is CDW Corporation's operating margin high or low?
The operating margin of 6.64% is 10% below its 5-year average of 7.41%, near the low end of its 5-year range (6.13%–8.73%).
What is the TTM average operating margin for CDW Corporation (CDW)?
The TTM average operating margin for CDW stock is 7.23%.
What is the 3Y average operating margin for CDW Corporation (CDW)?
The 3Y average operating margin for CDW stock is 7.61%.
What is the 5Y average operating margin for CDW Corporation (CDW)?
The 5Y average operating margin for CDW stock is 7.41%.
What is the 10Y average operating margin for CDW Corporation (CDW)?
The 10Y average operating margin for CDW stock is 6.75%.
What is the 15Y average operating margin for CDW Corporation (CDW)?
The 15Y average operating margin for CDW stock is 6.24%.
What is the 20Y average operating margin for CDW Corporation (CDW)?
The 20Y average operating margin for CDW stock is 6.05%.

CDW Operating Margin History

DATEOPERATING MARGIN
2026-03-316.64%
2025-12-317.82%
2025-09-307.73%
2025-06-307.03%
2025-03-316.95%
2024-12-317.88%
2024-09-308.73%
2024-06-307.99%
2024-03-316.73%
2023-12-318.67%
2023-09-308.50%
2023-06-307.33%
2023-03-316.96%
2022-12-318.21%
2022-09-307.50%
2022-06-307.08%
2022-03-316.50%
2021-12-316.13%
2021-09-307.29%
2021-06-307.19%
2021-03-316.69%
2020-12-316.70%
2020-09-306.68%
2020-06-306.49%
2020-03-315.60%
2019-12-316.26%
2019-09-306.53%
2019-06-306.49%
2019-03-315.78%
2018-12-315.96%
2018-09-306.28%
2018-06-306.34%
2018-03-315.66%
2017-12-315.77%
2017-09-306.20%
2017-06-305.93%
2017-03-315.24%
2016-12-315.65%
2016-09-306.40%
2016-06-306.10%
2016-03-315.17%
2015-12-315.26%
2015-09-305.84%
2015-06-306.21%
2015-03-315.50%
2014-12-315.39%
2014-09-305.66%
2014-06-306.06%
2014-03-315.12%
2013-12-315.23%
2013-09-303.24%
2013-06-305.53%
2013-03-314.98%
2012-12-315.03%
2012-09-305.33%
2012-06-305.28%
2012-03-314.47%
2011-12-314.48%
2011-09-305.41%
2011-06-305.31%
2011-03-314.31%
2010-12-313.58%
2010-09-304.41%
2010-06-304.30%
2010-03-313.69%
2009-12-312.64%
2009-09-303.58%
2007-06-306.08%
2007-03-316.34%
2006-12-314.54%
2006-09-306.41%
2006-06-306.60%
2006-03-315.93%
2005-12-316.66%
2005-09-306.73%
2005-06-306.66%
2005-03-316.63%
2004-12-316.73%
2004-09-307.02%
2004-06-306.88%
2004-03-316.75%
2003-12-315.41%
2003-09-305.93%
2003-06-306.55%
2003-03-316.73%
2002-12-316.96%
2002-09-307.73%
2002-06-306.69%
2002-03-316.50%
2001-12-316.82%
2001-09-306.95%
2001-06-306.88%
2001-03-316.43%
2000-12-316.62%
2000-09-306.98%
2000-06-306.82%

About CDW Corporation

CDW Corporation specializes in delivering comprehensive information technology services and products across North America and the United Kingdom. It strategically targets three core client divisions: corporate enterprises, small to medium-sized businesses, and public sector organizations. Their portfolio encompasses both individual hardware and software offerings, alongside sophisticated integrated IT solution packages. These comprehensive solutions span on-premise, hybrid, and cloud environments, addressing critical areas such as data center infrastructure, network management, digital workspace enablement, and robust security. Key hardware categories include mobile computing devices (laptops, tablets), network infrastructure components, desktop workstations, display units, and enterprise data storage systems, while software offerings feature application suites, cybersecurity tools, virtualization platforms, operating systems, and network management utilities. Beyond products, CDW delivers a broad spectrum of services, including expert advisory and design, custom software development, system implementation, ongoing managed services, specialized professional support, configuration assistance, and telecommunications solutions, complemented by product warranties. They also focus on providing mission-critical software, system, and network solutions. Furthermore, installation, deployment, and repair services are facilitated for customers, often leveraging a network of third-party partners. Their diverse clientele includes governmental bodies, educational institutions, healthcare providers, and businesses of all scales – from small enterprises to major corporations. Established in 1984, the company maintains its primary corporate offices in Vernon Hills, Illinois.

Vernon Hills, IL
15,100 employees
Technology / Information Technology Services
Sector
Technology
Industry
Information Technology Services
CEO
Christine A. Leahy