Valuation check: ZEVY's profit margin is -401.73%, below the Consumer Discretionary sector average of 4.34%.
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Lightning eMotors (ZEVY) currently reports a profit margin of -401.73% as of September 2023. That compares with 265.35% in the prior-year period — down 251.4% year over year. That is below the Consumer Discretionary sector average of 4.34%. Use the charts on this page to explore Lightning eMotors's profit margin history and peer comparisons.
Lightning eMotors's profit margin decreased from 265.35% to -401.73% — a 251.4% year-over-year decrease (period ending September 2023). Watching multi-year history on the chart below helps separate one-off swings from a lasting trend.
Lightning eMotors's profit margin of -401.73% is lower than the Consumer Discretionary sector average of 4.34%. That is roughly 9355.0% 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 Lightning eMotors's current -401.73% should be judged against Consumer Discretionary norms (sector average: 4.34%) and against ZEVY'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 -401.73%, then check the historical chart for trend and the peer comparison chart for relative positioning. The Consumer Discretionary average is 4.34%. From there, open related valuation or income-statement pages for Lightning eMotors, and consider following ZEVY for alerts when major investors trade the stock.