Break-even calculator

Find the sales volume needed to cover fixed costs, using your price and variable cost per unit.

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Your inputs

Use one currency and a consistent reporting period.

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Use figures from the same period and currency.
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Your calculation

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How the calculation works

Break-even units = fixed costs ÷ (price per unit − variable cost per unit)

Use the result as a planning aid. Check the source records and the assumptions before making financial decisions.

Identify fixed and variable costs

The break-even tool combines fixed costs, price per unit and variable cost per unit. Use one consistent planning period.

Interpret the contribution margin

The difference between unit price and unit variable cost is available to cover fixed costs. The basic model assumes stable prices and costs; it does not model changing product mix or capacity.

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