
Safran SA
PAR:SAF

Gross Margin
Safran SA
Gross Margin is the amount of money a company retains after incurring the direct costs associated with producing the goods it sells and the services it provides. The higher the gross margin, the more capital a company retains, which it can then use to pay other costs or satisfy debt obligations.
Gross Margin Across Competitors
Country | Company | Market Cap |
Gross Margin |
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FR |
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Safran SA
PAR:SAF
|
101.9B EUR |
48%
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US |
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Raytheon Technologies Corp
NYSE:RTX
|
177.4B USD |
19%
|
|
US |
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RTX Corp
LSE:0R2N
|
177.2B USD |
19%
|
|
NL |
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Airbus SE
PAR:AIR
|
128.2B EUR |
15%
|
|
US |
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Boeing Co
NYSE:BA
|
126.3B USD |
-3%
|
|
US |
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Lockheed Martin Corp
NYSE:LMT
|
106.9B USD |
10%
|
|
UK |
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Rolls-Royce Holdings PLC
LSE:RR
|
64.3B GBP |
22%
|
|
US |
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TransDigm Group Inc
NYSE:TDG
|
78.5B USD |
61%
|
|
US |
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General Dynamics Corp
NYSE:GD
|
74.6B USD |
15%
|
|
US |
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Northrop Grumman Corp
NYSE:NOC
|
74.2B USD |
20%
|
|
UK |
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BAE Systems PLC
LSE:BA
|
47.6B GBP |
66%
|
Safran SA
Glance View
In the intricate tapestry of the aerospace and defense industry, Safran SA weaves a narrative of innovation and resilience. Originally formed from the union of Société Nationale d'Étude et de Construction de Moteurs d'Aviation and Sagem, Safran has emerged as a formidable force in the global arena. The company’s operations are an intersection of technological sophistication and manufacturing prowess, primarily concentrated in three key sectors: Aerospace Propulsion, Aircraft Equipment, and Defense. Within its Aerospace Propulsion unit, Safran collaborates with GE Aviation through the CFM International joint venture, producing some of the world’s most popular aircraft engines, such as the LEAP and CFM56. These engines are crucial to its business, driving sales through strong demand for fuel-efficient and reliable propulsion systems in both commercial and military aviation. On the Aircraft Equipment side, Safran supplies an array of systems and components that are essential to modern aviation, including landing gear, wiring systems, and avionics. This sector complements its propulsion business, often securing contracts that create integrated solutions for aircraft manufacturers and airlines worldwide. The Defense arm, while smaller, plays a pivotal role by delivering essential systems such as optronics, avionics, and tactical drones to various military forces. Each of these sectors is underpinned by a robust commitment to research and development, ensuring Safran remains competitive through continuous innovation. The company’s financial health is largely bolstered by a balanced stream of revenues from both original equipment sales and aftermarket services, including the lucrative engine maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) market, which benefits from the long operational life and widespread use of its products.

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Gross Margin is the amount of money a company retains after incurring the direct costs associated with producing the goods it sells and the services it provides. The higher the gross margin, the more capital a company retains, which it can then use to pay other costs or satisfy debt obligations.
Based on Safran SA's most recent financial statements, the company has Gross Margin of 47.9%.