Valuation check: PCYO's profit margin is 43.66%, above the Utilities sector average of 12.16%.
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Pure Cycle (PCYO) currently reports a profit margin of 43.66% as of May 2026. That compares with 54.95% in the prior-year period — down 20.5% year over year. That is above the Utilities sector average of 12.16%. Use the charts on this page to explore Pure Cycle's profit margin history and peer comparisons.
Pure Cycle's profit margin decreased from 54.95% to 43.66% — a 20.5% year-over-year decrease (period ending May 2026). Watching multi-year history on the chart below helps separate one-off swings from a lasting trend.
Pure Cycle's profit margin of 43.66% is higher than the Utilities sector average of 12.16%. That is roughly 259.1% 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 Pure Cycle's current 43.66% should be judged against Utilities norms (sector average: 12.16%) and against PCYO'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 43.66%, then check the historical chart for trend and the peer comparison chart for relative positioning. The Utilities average is 12.16%. From there, open related valuation or income-statement pages for Pure Cycle, and consider following PCYO for alerts when major investors trade the stock.