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Store Expansion Calculator — Know If a New Store Location Will Be Profitable

Evaluate the financial case for a new store by calculating monthly profit, break-even revenue, and setup cost payback period.

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Formula & How It Works

Monthly Gross Profit = Revenue × Margin %
Monthly Net Profit = Gross Profit − Overheads
Break-Even Revenue = Overheads ÷ Margin %
Payback (months) = Setup Cost ÷ Monthly Profit

Worked Example

Scenario: Setup ₹15L, Revenue ₹10L/mo, GM 30%, Rent ₹80K, Salaries ₹1.5L, Other ₹50K.

Gross = ₹3L | Overheads = ₹2.8L | Profit = ₹20K/mo | Payback = 75 months — too slow. Review costs.

When to Use This Calculator

  • Evaluate new store location before signing lease
  • Compare multiple location options financially
  • Set revenue targets for store manager
  • Decide whether to own or lease premises
  • Present expansion case to investors or lenders

Frequently Asked Questions

Assess: foot traffic, competition, rent-to-revenue ratio, catchment area size, demographics match, and break-even timeline.
For retail, aim for rent below 8–12% of monthly revenue. Above 15% makes profitability very difficult.
Aim for operating break-even within 3–6 months. Full investment payback within 12–24 months is healthy for retail.
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