PCTEL (PCTI) has a profit margin of 4.91%, below the Technology sector average of 37.42%.
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PCTEL (PCTI) currently reports a profit margin of 4.91% as of September 2023. That compares with 1.14% in the prior-year period — up 328.8% year over year. That is below the Technology sector average of 37.42%. Use the charts on this page to explore PCTEL's profit margin history and peer comparisons.
PCTEL's profit margin increased from 1.14% to 4.91% — a 328.8% year-over-year increase (period ending September 2023). Watching multi-year history on the chart below helps separate one-off swings from a lasting trend.
PCTEL's profit margin of 4.91% is lower than the Technology sector average of 37.42%. That is roughly 86.9% 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 PCTEL's current 4.91% should be judged against Technology norms (sector average: 37.42%) and against PCTI'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 4.91%, then check the historical chart for trend and the peer comparison chart for relative positioning. The Technology average is 37.42%. From there, open related valuation or income-statement pages for PCTEL, and consider following PCTI for alerts when major investors trade the stock.