Dover Profit Margin

Dover (DOV) currently reports a profit margin of 13.6% as of September 2026. That compares with 28.37% in the prior-year period — down 52.1% year over year. That is above the Industrials sector average of 8.31%. Use the charts on this page to explore Dover's profit margin history and peer comparisons.

Dover's profit margin decreased from 28.37% to 13.6% — a 52.1% year-over-year decrease (period ending September 2026). Watching multi-year history on the chart below helps separate one-off swings from a lasting trend.

Dover's profit margin of 13.6% is higher than the Industrials sector average of 8.31%. That is roughly 63.6% above the sector mean. A reading higher peers can reflect different growth expectations, capital structure, or profitability — so it is worth checking the peer comparison chart before drawing conclusions.

There is no universal 'good' profit margin, but Dover's current 13.6% should be judged against Industrials norms (sector average: 8.31%) and against DOV's own history. Strong, stable readings often indicate durable competitive advantage; volatile or declining ones deserve a closer look at margins and capital efficiency.

Start with the current profit margin of 13.6%, then check the historical chart for trend and the peer comparison chart for relative positioning. The Industrials average is 8.31%. From there, open related valuation or income-statement pages for Dover, and consider following DOV for alerts when major investors trade the stock.