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Profitability Ratio Dashboard

Track gross margin, operating margin, net profit margin, and ROE across reporting periods. Spot trends, benchmark performance, and export a clean CSV — no login required.

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Ratio Benchmark Guide

Color coding applied to all ratios in the table above

RatioStrongAcceptableWeakNegative
Gross Margin≥ 40%20–39%0–19%< 0%
Operating Margin≥ 15%5–14%0–4%< 0%
Net Margin≥ 10%3–9%0–2%< 0%
ROE≥ 15%8–14%0–7%< 0%

Trends matter more than snapshots

A single 8% net margin tells you little. A five-period trend moving from 3% to 8% tells you the business is becoming more efficient. Track at least four periods before drawing conclusions about performance direction.

Gross margin is your foundation

If gross margin is thin, nothing downstream can save you — operating expenses, interest, and taxes all come out of gross profit. Target gross margins that leave enough room to cover overhead and still earn a meaningful net margin.

Lenders read profitability trends

Banks and alternative lenders review margin trends when evaluating applications. Consistent or improving margins reduce perceived risk, can unlock better rates, and demonstrate the repayment capacity needed for higher loan amounts.

Frequently Asked Questions

Margins too thin to fund growth internally?

A working capital line or revenue-based advance can bridge the gap while you scale — without waiting for margins to accumulate enough retained earnings. A Pezzula advisor can match you to the right product.