Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. (LW) Gross Margin: 20.57%
Is Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc.’s gross margin high or low?
Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc.'s gross margin of 20.57% is 13% below its 5-year average of 23.72%, near the low end of its 5-year range (20.30%–27.32%).
As of Saturday, June 20, 2026. 16.04% below its 12-month average of 24.50%.
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LW Gross Margin Metrics
GROSS MARGIN
20.57%
GROSS MARGIN AVG TTM
24.50%
GROSS MARGIN AVG 3Y
24.02%
GROSS MARGIN AVG 5Y
23.72%
GROSS MARGIN AVG 10Y
23.77%
GROSS MARGIN AVG 15Y
N/A
GROSS MARGIN AVG 20Y
N/A
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-16.04%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-14.35%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-13.29%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-13.48%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
N/A
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
N/A
LW Competitors' Gross Margin
| NAME | MARKET CAP | GROSS MARGIN | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. (LW) | $6.22B | 20.57% | 24.50% | 24.02% | 23.72% |
| Campbell Soup Company (CPB)vs › | $6.31B | 28.85% | 30.42% | 30.81% | 31.25% |
| Conagra Brands, Inc. (CAG)vs › | $6.32B | 24.18% | 26.76% | 26.18% | 26.82% |
| Molson Coors Beverage Company (TAP)vs › | $7.39B | 37.83% | 38.28% | 37.02% | 37.75% |
| Celsius Holdings, Inc. (CELH)vs › | $7.87B | 49.62% | 50.28% | 47.51% | 46.25% |
| Cal-Maine Foods, Inc. (CALM)vs › | $3.68B | 33.77% | 33.36% | 30.93% | 24.82% |
| The Clorox Company (CLX)vs › | $11.58B | 43.85% | 44.10% | 40.84% | 42.09% |
| The J. M. Smucker Company (SJM)vs › | $11.82B | 33.53% | 36.16% | 35.81% | 36.04% |
| Borealis Foods Inc. (BRLS)vs › | $28.12M | 11.67% | 9.79% | -2.99% | -2.70% |
| Brown-Forman Corporation (BF-B)vs › | $12.42B | 60.54% | 59.74% | 59.73% | 60.04% |
Gross Margin Analysis
Gross Margin
20.6%
(Revenue - COGS) / Revenue
Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. Gross Margin Formula & Definition
Gross Margin = Gross Profit / Revenue
Gross margin is the percentage of revenue remaining after the cost of goods sold, reflecting core product profitability.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. Gross Margin FAQ
- What is the gross margin for Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. (LW)?
- The gross margin for LW stock is 20.57%.
- Is Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc.'s gross margin high or low?
- Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc.'s gross margin of 20.57% is 13% below its 5-year average of 23.72%, near the low end of its 5-year range (20.30%–27.32%).
- What is the TTM average gross margin for Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. (LW)?
- The TTM average gross margin for LW stock is 24.50%.
- What is the 3Y average gross margin for Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. (LW)?
- The 3Y average gross margin for LW stock is 24.02%.
- What is the 5Y average gross margin for Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. (LW)?
- The 5Y average gross margin for LW stock is 23.72%.
- What is the 10Y average gross margin for Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. (LW)?
- The 10Y average gross margin for LW stock is 23.77%.
Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. Gross Margin History
| DATE | GROSS MARGIN |
|---|---|
| 2025-05-25 | 21.68% |
| 2024-05-26 | 27.32% |
| 2023-05-28 | 26.77% |
| 2022-05-29 | 20.30% |
| 2021-05-30 | 22.66% |
| 2020-05-31 | 23.61% |
| 2019-05-31 | 26.71% |
| 2018-05-31 | 25.69% |
| 2017-05-31 | 24.58% |
| 2016-05-31 | 22.11% |
| 2015-05-31 | 20.08% |
| 2014-05-31 | 20.87% |
| 2013-05-31 | 24.91% |
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About Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc.
Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. is a prominent global entity specializing in the manufacturing, distribution, and sale of enhanced frozen potato items. Its operations are structured across four distinct segments: Global, Foodservice, Retail, and Other. The company's product portfolio encompasses frozen potatoes, various commercial ingredients, and appetizers. These are offered both under its flagship "Lamb Weston" brand and tailored to numerous customer labels. Furthermore, the company leverages its proprietary brands, such as Grown in Idaho and Alexia, alongside other licensed trademarks and private label brands for retailers. Beyond potatoes, Lamb Weston also maintains interests in the vegetable and dairy sectors. Its extensive client base includes both retail and foodservice channels, ranging from major grocery chains, mass merchandisers, club stores, and specialty retailers to diverse businesses, educational institutions, independent and regional chain restaurants, and convenience stores. Established in 1950, the corporation maintains its principal executive offices in Eagle, Idaho.
- Sector
- Consumer Defensive
- Industry
- Packaged Foods
- CEO
- Michael Jared Smith