Valuation check: GWRS's profit margin is 3.98%, below the Utilities sector average of 12.16%.
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As of the most recent data (September 2026), GWRS shows a profit margin of 3.98%. That compares with 7.87% in the prior-year period — down 49.4% year over year. That is below the Utilities sector average of 12.16%. Scroll down for historical charts and peer comparison views.
Compared with the year-ago period, GWRS's profit margin is now 3.98% (was 7.87%) — a 49.4% year-over-year decrease. Pairing that YoY change with peer averages gives a clearer picture of whether Global Water Resources is outperforming or lagging.
The Utilities sector average profit margin is about 12.16%. Global Water Resources is at 3.98%, which is lower that average. That is roughly 67.3% below the sector mean. Use the comparison chart on this page to see how GWRS stacks up against individual peers as well.
That compares with 7.87% in the prior-year period — down 49.4% year over year. Improvement over multiple periods is generally more meaningful than a single strong quarter. Compare Global Water Resources with peers to see if the move is company-specific or sector-wide.
Besides this profit margin page, Stockcircle has Global Water Resources's full stock overview, other financial metrics, insider and congress trade tabs, and tools to follow the stock. Together they help you connect profit margin (currently 3.98%) with ownership activity and broader fundamentals.