Break-even Analysis

A calculation of the approximate sales volume required to just cover costs, below which production would be unprofitable and above which it would be profitable. Break-even analysis focuses on the relationship between fixed cost, variable cost and profit.

Updated on
September 9, 2022
Published on
June 20, 2018
The 7(a) Loan Program, SBA’s most common loan program, includes assistance for each business with unique needs.
SBA 504 loans are very popular for long-term, fixed rate financing of up to $5 million for major fixed assets.
The average Microloan is about $13,000. The Microloans program provides loans up to $50,000 to small businesses.
SBA Glossary

Common SBA Terms

Everything you need to know about common terms used to discuss SBA Loans.
Collateral
Assets pledged by a borrower to secure a loan...
Limited Liability Entities (company/partnership)
An LLE provides business owners with...
Contractor Team Arrangement
An arrangement in which...
Income Statement
Shows the entity’s income and...
Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)
The body of regulations which is...
Business Activity
The business (or loss) activity of...
Applicant/Co-Applicant
Business entity and person requesting...
Break-even Analysis
A calculation of the approximate sales...
Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) Code
A code representing a category within...
Certificate of Competency
A certificate issued by the Small Bus...
Current Liabilities
A balance sheet item, which...
Intermediary Organization
Organizations that play a funda...
Defense Acquisition Regulatory Council (DARC)
A group composed of rep...
Substantial Damage
This means uninsured or otherwise uncompensated...
Joint Venture
In the SBA Mentor-Protégé Program...

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