Margin of Safety

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The margin of safety is the excess of actual or projected sales over the break-even sales level, serving as a buffer against sales fluctuations. It quantifies the risk of business operations by indicating how much sales can drop before a company incurs losses. This metric is crucial for assessing financial stability and operational risk, providing insight into the company’s ability to withstand adverse market conditions.

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