Gross Margin: 27.81%
Is the gross margin high or low?
The gross margin of 27.81% is 22% below its 5-year average of 35.77%, near the low end of its 5-year range (26.09%–51.13%).
As of Friday, June 26, 2026. 1.78% below its 12-month average of 28.31%.
MDLZ Gross Margin
Reported quarterly gross margin; no daily interpolation.
MDLZ Average Gross Margin Chart
MDLZ Current vs Average Gross Margin Chart
MDLZ Gross Margin Metrics
GROSS MARGIN
27.81%
GROSS MARGIN AVG TTM
28.31%
GROSS MARGIN AVG 3Y
34.65%
GROSS MARGIN AVG 5Y
35.00%
GROSS MARGIN AVG 10Y
38.32%
GROSS MARGIN AVG 15Y
37.87%
GROSS MARGIN AVG 20Y
37.12%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-1.78%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-19.74%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-20.54%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-27.43%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-26.57%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-25.09%
MDLZ Competitors' Gross Margin
| NAME | MARKET CAP | GROSS MARGIN | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mondelez International, Inc. (MDLZ) | $78.56B | 27.81% | 28.31% | 34.65% | 35.00% |
| Colgate-Palmolive Company (CL)vs › | $72.85B | 60.06% | 60.17% | 58.66% | 59.01% |
| Monster Beverage Corporation (MNST)vs › | $93.72B | 55.47% | 54.95% | 53.33% | 54.78% |
| Target Corporation (TGT)vs › | $63.39B | 28.14% | 28.07% | 27.89% | 27.51% |
| Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. (KDP)vs › | $44.25B | 53.78% | 54.88% | 54.10% | 54.54% |
| Sysco Corporation (SYY)vs › | $38.66B | 18.54% | 18.46% | 18.29% | 18.28% |
| Archer-Daniels-Midland Company (ADM)vs › | $36.89B | 5.83% | 6.51% | 7.12% | 7.07% |
| Kenvue Inc. (KVUE)vs › | $36.40B | 58.37% | 58.05% | 56.87% | 56.28% |
| Kimberly-Clark Corp (KMB)vs › | $35.88B | 35.86% | 35.70% | 34.16% | 33.85% |
| The Hershey Company (HSY)vs › | $35.84B | 34.76% | 40.30% | 42.13% | 43.18% |
Gross Margin Analysis
Gross Margin
27.8%
(Revenue - COGS) / Revenue
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
Gross Margin FAQ
- What is the gross margin for Mondelez International, Inc. (MDLZ)?
- The gross margin for MDLZ stock is 27.81%.
- Is Mondelez International, Inc.'s gross margin high or low?
- The gross margin of 27.81% is 22% below its 5-year average of 35.77%, near the low end of its 5-year range (26.09%–51.13%).
- What is the TTM average gross margin for Mondelez International, Inc. (MDLZ)?
- The TTM average gross margin for MDLZ stock is 28.31%.
- What is the 3Y average gross margin for Mondelez International, Inc. (MDLZ)?
- The 3Y average gross margin for MDLZ stock is 34.65%.
- What is the 5Y average gross margin for Mondelez International, Inc. (MDLZ)?
- The 5Y average gross margin for MDLZ stock is 35.00%.
- What is the 10Y average gross margin for Mondelez International, Inc. (MDLZ)?
- The 10Y average gross margin for MDLZ stock is 38.32%.
- What is the 15Y average gross margin for Mondelez International, Inc. (MDLZ)?
- The 15Y average gross margin for MDLZ stock is 37.87%.
- What is the 20Y average gross margin for Mondelez International, Inc. (MDLZ)?
- The 20Y average gross margin for MDLZ stock is 37.12%.
MDLZ Gross Margin History
| DATE | GROSS MARGIN |
|---|---|
| 2026-03-31 | 27.81% |
| 2025-12-31 | 28.16% |
| 2025-09-30 | 26.81% |
| 2025-06-30 | 32.69% |
| 2025-03-31 | 26.09% |
| 2024-12-31 | 38.64% |
| 2024-09-30 | 32.58% |
| 2024-06-30 | 33.53% |
| 2024-03-31 | 51.13% |
| 2023-12-31 | 37.26% |
| 2023-09-30 | 38.70% |
| 2023-06-30 | 39.43% |
| 2023-03-31 | 37.60% |
| 2022-12-31 | 35.37% |
| 2022-09-30 | 33.66% |
| 2022-06-30 | 36.31% |
| 2022-03-31 | 38.42% |
| 2021-12-31 | 36.99% |
| 2021-09-30 | 39.32% |
| 2021-06-30 | 39.61% |
| 2021-03-31 | 40.98% |
| 2020-12-31 | 39.35% |
| 2020-09-30 | 41.89% |
| 2020-06-30 | 39.43% |
| 2020-03-31 | 36.54% |
| 2019-12-31 | 39.91% |
| 2019-09-30 | 39.59% |
| 2019-06-30 | 40.73% |
| 2019-03-31 | 39.66% |
| 2018-12-31 | 37.63% |
| 2018-09-30 | 38.39% |
| 2018-06-30 | 41.56% |
| 2018-03-31 | 42.11% |
| 2017-12-31 | 38.24% |
| 2017-09-30 | 39.04% |
| 2017-06-30 | 38.66% |
| 2017-03-31 | 39.26% |
| 2016-12-31 | 38.24% |
| 2016-09-30 | 38.90% |
| 2016-06-30 | 39.92% |
| 2016-03-31 | 39.27% |
| 2015-12-31 | 38.50% |
| 2015-09-30 | 38.98% |
| 2015-06-30 | 40.02% |
| 2015-03-31 | 37.89% |
| 2014-12-31 | 35.63% |
| 2014-09-30 | 37.69% |
| 2014-06-30 | 36.81% |
| 2014-03-31 | 37.08% |
| 2013-12-31 | 36.81% |
| 2013-09-30 | 37.11% |
| 2013-06-30 | 37.59% |
| 2013-03-31 | 37.08% |
| 2012-12-31 | 27.59% |
| 2012-09-30 | 37.47% |
| 2012-06-30 | 37.66% |
| 2012-03-31 | 36.86% |
| 2011-12-31 | 33.31% |
| 2011-09-30 | 34.89% |
| 2011-06-30 | 35.10% |
| 2011-03-31 | 36.87% |
| 2010-12-31 | 34.84% |
| 2010-09-30 | 36.42% |
| 2010-06-30 | 38.31% |
| 2010-03-31 | 36.13% |
| 2009-12-31 | 37.45% |
| 2009-09-30 | 35.95% |
| 2009-06-30 | 35.91% |
| 2009-03-31 | 34.53% |
| 2008-12-31 | 31.52% |
| 2008-09-30 | 31.78% |
| 2008-06-30 | 35.80% |
| 2008-03-31 | 32.86% |
| 2007-12-31 | 30.97% |
| 2007-09-30 | 33.39% |
| 2007-06-30 | 35.42% |
| 2007-03-31 | 35.53% |
| 2006-12-31 | 35.22% |
| 2006-09-30 | 36.39% |
| 2006-06-30 | 36.94% |
| 2006-03-31 | 36.10% |
| 2005-12-31 | 35.17% |
| 2005-09-30 | 35.45% |
| 2005-06-30 | 36.71% |
| 2005-03-31 | 36.67% |
| 2004-12-31 | 35.62% |
| 2004-09-30 | 37.12% |
| 2004-06-30 | 36.88% |
| 2004-03-31 | 38.27% |
| 2003-12-31 | 37.27% |
| 2003-09-30 | 39.05% |
| 2003-06-30 | 40.12% |
| 2003-03-31 | 40.90% |
| 2002-12-31 | 38.75% |
| 2002-09-30 | 41.17% |
| 2002-06-30 | 41.62% |
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About Mondelez International, Inc.
Mondelez International, Inc. operates as a prominent global entity in the snack and beverage sector, focusing on the production, promotion, and distribution of a wide array of food items. Its extensive reach spans multiple continents, including North America, Latin America, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and Europe. The company's diverse product portfolio encompasses biscuits (such as cookies, crackers, and various savory snacks), chocolates, chewing gums, candies, as well as selection of cheese and general grocery products, and powdered beverage mixes. Among its well-recognized brands are Cadbury, Milka, and Toblerone chocolates; Oreo, belVita, and LU biscuits; Halls candies; Trident chewing gum; and Tang powdered beverages. Mondelez distributes its offerings through a comprehensive network of retail outlets, catering to a broad spectrum of clients including large supermarket chains, wholesalers, supercenters, club stores, mass merchandisers, convenience stores, petrol stations, pharmacies, discount stores, and other food retailers. This complex distribution system leverages direct store delivery, proprietary and external warehousing solutions, third-party distributors, independent sales agents, and digital e-commerce platforms. Established in 2000, the company was initially known as Kraft Foods Inc. before officially changing its name to Mondelez International, Inc. in October 2012. Its corporate headquarters are situated in Chicago, Illinois.
- Sector
- Consumer Defensive
- Industry
- Food Confectioners
- CEO
- Dirk Van de Put