Valuation check: GVA's profit margin is -4.99%, below the Industrials sector average of 8.31%.
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Granite Construction (GVA) currently reports a profit margin of -4.99% as of September 2026. That compares with 4.31% in the prior-year period — down 215.9% year over year. That is below the Industrials sector average of 8.31%. Use the charts on this page to explore Granite Construction's profit margin history and peer comparisons.
Granite Construction's profit margin decreased from 4.31% to -4.99% — a 215.9% 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.
Granite Construction's profit margin of -4.99% is lower than the Industrials sector average of 8.31%. That is roughly 160.1% below the sector mean. A reading lower 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 Granite Construction's current -4.99% should be judged against Industrials norms (sector average: 8.31%) and against GVA'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 -4.99%, 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 Granite Construction, and consider following GVA for alerts when major investors trade the stock.