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EBITDA margin

What is EBITDA margin?

It is calculated as EBITDA (earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization) divided by Revenue. The result is then multiplied by 100.

Formula:

EBITDA / Revenue * 100%

What does EBITDA margin mean?

This tells the investor or analyst how much operating cash is generated for every dollar of income. EBITDA margin can then be used as a benchmark.

It is worth noting that a company with a high EBITDA margin is more efficient and maximizes its profitability, while a company with a low EBITDA margin may not be running efficiently or operates in a competitive industry.