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Markup vs Margin Converter

Convert markup and margin in both directions and compare what each percentage means for a quote.

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How this is calculated

Use markup when comparing profit to cost and margin when comparing profit to selling price. Enter an item cost and quantity and include overhead for the quote. The conversion and the entered price are shown separately.

Margin = markup ÷ (1 + markup) Markup = margin ÷ (1 − margin) Price for target margin = total cost ÷ (1 − margin) Round the target price up to the next currency minor unit when needed.

Frequently asked questions

Does 25% markup give a 25% margin?

No. On a cost of 150, 25% markup gives a price of 187.50 and a 20% margin. A 25% margin requires a price of 200.00.

Why does a margin need to be below 100%?

A positive cost must occupy some of the selling price. The target formula would divide by zero at a 100% margin.

Does the selected conversion set my target?

The conversion is a comparison. Enter the target margin separately when you want a target quote price.

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