Gross Margin: 48.46%
Is the gross margin high or low?
The gross margin of 48.46% is 16% above its 5-year average of 41.84%, near the high end of its 5-year range (34.97%–48.46%).
As of Thursday, June 25, 2026. 11.63% above its 12-month average of 43.41%.
RBC Gross Margin
Reported quarterly gross margin; no daily interpolation.
RBC Average Gross Margin Chart
RBC Current vs Average Gross Margin Chart
RBC Gross Margin Metrics
GROSS MARGIN
48.46%
GROSS MARGIN AVG TTM
43.41%
GROSS MARGIN AVG 3Y
43.00%
GROSS MARGIN AVG 5Y
41.84%
GROSS MARGIN AVG 10Y
40.02%
GROSS MARGIN AVG 15Y
38.73%
GROSS MARGIN AVG 20Y
37.48%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+11.63%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+12.70%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+15.81%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+21.08%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
+25.12%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
+29.27%
RBC Competitors' Gross Margin
| NAME | MARKET CAP | GROSS MARGIN | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RBC Bearings Incorporated (RBC) | $20.53B | 48.46% | 43.41% | 43.00% | 41.84% |
| Snap-on Incorporated (SNA)vs › | $20.77B | 51.30% | 51.73% | 51.66% | 51.46% |
| Expeditors International of Washington, Inc. (EXPD)vs › | $21.15B | 20.23% | 14.02% | 13.54% | 13.23% |
| Lennox International Inc. (LII)vs › | $19.86B | 33.06% | 33.09% | 31.12% | 30.24% |
| C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc. (CHRW)vs › | $21.26B | 8.29% | 7.88% | 7.45% | 7.33% |
| Veralto Corporation (VLTO)vs › | $21.81B | 59.86% | 59.87% | 58.59% | 58.30% |
| BWX Technologies, Inc. (BWXT)vs › | $19.14B | 22.63% | 23.55% | 24.17% | 24.95% |
| Fortive Corporation (FTV)vs › | $18.82B | 61.83% | 60.41% | 59.45% | 58.59% |
| WESCO International, Inc. (WCC)vs › | $17.41B | 20.26% | 20.89% | 21.30% | 20.81% |
| Generac Holdings Inc. (GNRC)vs › | $17.38B | 38.14% | 38.53% | 36.09% | 36.54% |
Gross Margin Analysis
Gross Margin
48.5%
(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 RBC Bearings Incorporated (RBC)?
- The gross margin for RBC stock is 48.46%.
- Is RBC Bearings Incorporated's gross margin high or low?
- The gross margin of 48.46% is 16% above its 5-year average of 41.84%, near the high end of its 5-year range (34.97%–48.46%).
- What is the TTM average gross margin for RBC Bearings Incorporated (RBC)?
- The TTM average gross margin for RBC stock is 43.41%.
- What is the 3Y average gross margin for RBC Bearings Incorporated (RBC)?
- The 3Y average gross margin for RBC stock is 43.00%.
- What is the 5Y average gross margin for RBC Bearings Incorporated (RBC)?
- The 5Y average gross margin for RBC stock is 41.84%.
- What is the 10Y average gross margin for RBC Bearings Incorporated (RBC)?
- The 10Y average gross margin for RBC stock is 40.02%.
- What is the 15Y average gross margin for RBC Bearings Incorporated (RBC)?
- The 15Y average gross margin for RBC stock is 38.73%.
- What is the 20Y average gross margin for RBC Bearings Incorporated (RBC)?
- The 20Y average gross margin for RBC stock is 37.48%.
RBC Gross Margin History
| DATE | GROSS MARGIN |
|---|---|
| 2026-03-28 | 48.46% |
| 2025-12-27 | 39.73% |
| 2025-09-27 | 44.06% |
| 2025-06-28 | 44.77% |
| 2025-03-29 | 40.03% |
| 2024-12-28 | 44.35% |
| 2024-09-28 | 43.68% |
| 2024-06-29 | 45.29% |
| 2024-03-30 | 43.10% |
| 2023-12-30 | 42.26% |
| 2023-09-30 | 43.13% |
| 2023-07-01 | 43.37% |
| 2023-03-31 | 42.20% |
| 2022-12-31 | 41.52% |
| 2022-10-01 | 40.93% |
| 2022-06-30 | 39.88% |
| 2022-03-31 | 38.31% |
| 2022-01-01 | 34.97% |
| 2021-09-30 | 38.82% |
| 2021-06-30 | 40.83% |
| 2021-03-31 | 38.97% |
| 2020-12-31 | 38.11% |
| 2020-09-30 | 38.68% |
| 2020-06-30 | 37.99% |
| 2020-03-31 | 41.21% |
| 2019-12-31 | 39.95% |
| 2019-09-30 | 39.09% |
| 2019-06-30 | 38.70% |
| 2019-03-31 | 40.06% |
| 2018-12-31 | 39.74% |
| 2018-09-30 | 39.22% |
| 2018-06-30 | 38.49% |
| 2018-03-31 | 38.76% |
| 2017-12-31 | 38.82% |
| 2017-09-30 | 37.68% |
| 2017-06-30 | 37.84% |
| 2017-03-31 | 39.47% |
| 2016-12-31 | 35.72% |
| 2016-09-30 | 36.85% |
| 2016-06-30 | 37.04% |
| 2016-03-31 | 37.21% |
| 2015-12-31 | 37.11% |
| 2015-09-30 | 35.05% |
| 2015-06-30 | 37.08% |
| 2015-03-31 | 39.60% |
| 2014-12-31 | 39.18% |
| 2014-09-30 | 35.32% |
| 2014-06-30 | 38.79% |
| 2014-03-31 | 39.78% |
| 2013-12-31 | 38.29% |
| 2013-09-30 | 39.81% |
| 2013-06-30 | 39.42% |
| 2013-03-31 | 39.49% |
| 2012-12-31 | 37.66% |
| 2012-09-30 | 37.39% |
| 2012-06-30 | 37.20% |
| 2012-03-31 | 36.99% |
| 2011-12-31 | 35.36% |
| 2011-09-30 | 34.77% |
| 2011-06-30 | 34.07% |
| 2011-03-31 | 34.11% |
| 2010-12-31 | 31.95% |
| 2010-09-30 | 32.78% |
| 2010-06-30 | 31.87% |
| 2010-03-31 | 31.48% |
| 2009-12-31 | 30.29% |
| 2009-09-30 | 29.99% |
| 2009-06-30 | 31.23% |
| 2009-03-31 | 34.52% |
| 2008-12-31 | 33.42% |
| 2008-09-30 | 32.05% |
| 2008-06-30 | 33.08% |
| 2008-03-31 | 35.10% |
| 2007-12-31 | 34.27% |
| 2007-09-30 | 33.54% |
| 2007-06-30 | 34.38% |
| 2007-03-31 | 35.23% |
| 2006-12-31 | 32.06% |
| 2006-09-30 | 32.09% |
| 2006-06-30 | 31.25% |
| 2006-03-31 | 30.79% |
| 2005-12-31 | 30.21% |
| 2005-09-30 | 30.58% |
| 2005-06-30 | 29.21% |
| 2005-03-31 | 29.06% |
| 2004-12-31 | 28.78% |
| 2004-09-30 | 27.28% |
| 2004-06-30 | 27.21% |
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About RBC Bearings Incorporated
RBC Bearings Incorporated (RBC) is a global enterprise specializing in the design, production, and distribution of precisely engineered bearings and a wide array of related mechanical components. The company strategically operates through two core segments: Aerospace/Defense and Industrial, catering to both domestic and international clients. Its diverse product portfolio includes: Plain bearings: Available in self-lubricating or metal-on-metal designs, featuring rod end, spherical plain, and journal bearings. Roller bearings: These anti-friction devices, such as tapered roller, needle roller, needle bearing track rollers, and cam followers, are vital for various industrial uses and military aircraft platforms. Ball bearings: This category encompasses high-precision aerospace, airframe control, thin section, and industrial ball bearings, all engineered with high-precision ball elements to minimize friction in demanding, high-speed applications. Beyond its primary bearing offerings, RBC also provides: Mounted bearing products: Including complete mounted ball, roller, and plain bearing units. Enclosed gearing systems: A comprehensive range featuring Quantis gearmotors, torque arm units, Tigear, MagnaGear & Maxum lines, and controlled start transmissions. Power transmission components: Such as mechanical drive elements, couplings, and conveyor parts. Engineered hydraulics and valves: Specifically developed for aircraft and submarine systems, alongside comprehensive aftermarket services for the aerospace and defense sectors. Fasteners. Precision mechanical components: Applied across diverse general industrial settings. Machine tool collets: Essential for securing circular or rod-shaped workpieces during machining. RBC reaches an extensive customer base across numerous industries, including automotive, tool holding, agricultural and semiconductor machinery, commercial and defense aerospace, ground defense, construction and mining, oil and natural resource extraction, heavy truck, marine, rail and train, packaging, food and beverage, wind energy, and general industrial markets. The company distributes its products via a dedicated direct sales force and a robust network of industrial and aerospace distributors. Established in 1919, RBC Bearings Incorporated maintains its corporate headquarters in Oxford, Connecticut.
- Sector
- Industrials
- Industry
- Manufacturing - Tools & Accessories
- CEO
- Michael J. Hartnett