Calculate Profit or Loss
Enter cost price and selling price to calculate profit/loss amount and percentage
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Result
$0.00
Percentage
0%
Calculation Breakdown
Cost Price:
$0.00
Selling Price:
$0.00
Difference:
$0.00
Formula:
-
Quick Examples
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Profit Example
Cost Price:
$1,000
Selling Price:
$1,200
Profit: $200 (20%)
Loss Example
Cost Price:
$1,000
Selling Price:
$800
Loss: $200 (20%)
Break-even Example
Cost Price:
$1,000
Selling Price:
$1,000
No Profit, No Loss (0%)
Business Tips
Key insights for profit and loss calculations
Profit Margin
A healthy profit margin varies by industry, but 10-20% is generally considered good for most businesses.
Cost Control
Reducing cost price while maintaining quality can significantly improve your profit percentage.
Break-even Point
When SP = CP, you break even. This is the minimum selling price to avoid losses.