Harmonic (HLIT) has a profit margin of -7.01%, below the Technology sector average of 28.0%.
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Harmonic (HLIT) currently reports a profit margin of -7.01% as of September 2026. That compares with 7.81% in the prior-year period — down 189.8% year over year. That is below the Technology sector average of 28.0%. Use the charts on this page to explore Harmonic's profit margin history and peer comparisons.
Harmonic's profit margin decreased from 7.81% to -7.01% — a 189.8% 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.
Harmonic's profit margin of -7.01% is lower than the Technology sector average of 28.0%. That is roughly 125.0% 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 Harmonic's current -7.01% should be judged against Technology norms (sector average: 28.0%) and against HLIT'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 -7.01%, then check the historical chart for trend and the peer comparison chart for relative positioning. The Technology average is 28.0%. From there, open related valuation or income-statement pages for Harmonic, and consider following HLIT for alerts when major investors trade the stock.