Operating Ratio


DEFINITION of 'Operating Ratio'


Operating Ratio

BREAKING DOWN 'Operating Ratio'


  1. Profit Margin

  2. Net Sales

  3. Operating Expense

  4. Asset Turnover Ratio

  5. Investment Income Ratio

  6. Operating Expense Ratio - OER

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