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Markup Calculator

Enter your cost and the markup you want to add to get the selling price, the profit and the margin.

RM

What the item costs you, including delivery and other costs.

%

The percentage you add on top of the cost. A 25% markup on RM80 gives RM100.

This result is an estimate only. Check with your bank or the relevant authority before making decisions.

How it is calculated

  • Selling price = cost × (1 + markup ÷ 100)
  • Profit = selling price − cost
  • Profit margin = profit ÷ selling price × 100

To find the margin and markup from a price, use the profit margin calculator. To work out a price after a discount, use the discount calculator.

Worked example

Cost RM80 with a 25% markup:

  • Selling price: 80 × 1.25 = RM100
  • Profit: RM20
  • Profit margin: 20 ÷ 100 = 20%

Why your number may differ

Markup covers your cost only. Rent, wages, fees and tax also have to be paid from the profit, so a markup that looks high may leave little. Rounding the price to a neat figure changes the markup slightly.

Frequently asked questions

How is the selling price worked out?

Selling price = cost × (1 + markup ÷ 100). A cost of RM80 with a 25% markup sells for RM100.

Why is the margin lower than the markup?

Margin is measured against the selling price and markup against the cost. The selling price is larger, so the same profit is a smaller percentage. A 25% markup is a 20% margin.

Is the price before or after tax?

This is the price before tax. Add SST or other tax afterwards if it applies to what you sell.

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