Profit Loss Calculator
Calculate profit or loss and the percentage from cost price and selling price. For sales, pricing, and business margins.
What is Profit and Loss?
Profit is when you sell for more than cost; loss is when you sell for less. The profit or loss percentage is based on the cost price: ((Selling − Cost) / Cost) × 100. Use this for pricing, margins, and quick checks on sales performance.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is profit or loss percentage calculated?
Profit or loss % = ((Selling Price - Cost Price) / Cost Price) × 100. Positive result is profit %, negative is loss %. It is always based on cost price.
What is the difference between profit and loss?
When selling price is higher than cost, you have a profit (amount and %). When selling price is lower than cost, you have a loss (amount and %).
Can I use this for any currency?
Yes. Enter cost and selling price in the same currency (e.g. GBP). The calculator shows the profit or loss amount and percentage.
Is this calculator free?
Yes. Enter cost price and selling price to see profit or loss and percentage. No registration required.
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