Valuation check: ZIXI's profit margin is -8.24%, below the Technology sector average of 37.3%.
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Zix (ZIXI) currently reports a profit margin of -8.24% as of September 2021. That compares with -7.28% in the prior-year period — down 13.1% year over year. That is below the Technology sector average of 37.3%. Use the charts on this page to explore Zix's profit margin history and peer comparisons.
Zix's profit margin decreased from -7.28% to -8.24% — a 13.1% year-over-year decrease (period ending September 2021). Watching multi-year history on the chart below helps separate one-off swings from a lasting trend.
Zix's profit margin of -8.24% is lower than the Technology sector average of 37.3%. That is roughly 122.1% 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 Zix's current -8.24% should be judged against Technology norms (sector average: 37.3%) and against ZIXI'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 -8.24%, then check the historical chart for trend and the peer comparison chart for relative positioning. The Technology average is 37.3%. From there, open related valuation or income-statement pages for Zix, and consider following ZIXI for alerts when major investors trade the stock.