40.40 - 41.05
29.80 - 47.18
2.12M / 3.68M (Avg.)
18.02 | 2.27
Profitability reveals how effectively the business turns revenues into profits. Higher and improving margins or returns on capital suggest a durable competitive advantage, supporting a stronger intrinsic valuation.
6.17%
Similar ROE to CRK's 5.65%. Walter Schloss would examine if both firms share comparable business models.
3.22%
ROA 1.25-1.5x CRK's 2.36%. Walter Schloss would see if improvements in asset turnover can sustain this lead.
5.43%
ROCE above 1.5x CRK's 2.87%. David Dodd would check if sustainable process or technology advantages are in play.
54.96%
Gross margin above 1.5x CRK's 32.47%. David Dodd would assess whether superior technology or brand is driving this.
26.58%
Operating margin 75-90% of CRK's 29.74%. Bill Ackman would press for better operational execution.
19.09%
Net margin 50-75% of CRK's 27.47%. Martin Whitman would question if fundamental disadvantages limit net earnings.