Definition

Promising to pay back a loan if the business can’t. Lenders ask for this to feel safer about giving out money.

What to consider

  • Understand the mix of fixed and variable costs.
  • Monitor changes in sales volume carefully.
  • Plan for lower sales periods to mitigate risks.

Real world scenarios

  • A manufacturing company benefits from high fixed costs when sales increase, boosting profit margins.
  • An entrepreneur calculates how a small increase in sales can lead to a large jump in profits due to fixed expenses.
  • A retailer examines how scaling operations affects its overall profitability.

Related terms

Entrepreneurial Finances