Key Financial Ratios

The Key Financial Ratios Survey, conducted by the PRINTING United Alliance, is a confidential data collection initiative designed to gather essential financial metrics from businesses in the printing industry. Participants are asked to submit data for their most recently completed 12-month period, covering key performance indicators such as:

  • Gross Sales

  • Payroll Costs

  • Production Overhead

  • Gross Profit and EBITDA

  • Selling and Administrative Expenses

  • Accounts Receivable and Employee Count

Why Participate?

Participating in this survey provides critical benchmarking value. Here’s why it's worthwhile:

  1. Exclusive Access to Full Results: Only participants receive the complete survey report, offering detailed insights into industry averages and best practices.

  2. Performance Benchmarking: Businesses can compare their financial health and operational efficiency to industry peers, helping identify strengths and areas for improvement.

  3. Strategic Decision-Making: Understanding key ratios like EBITDA, gross margins, and overhead costs supports better planning, pricing, and resource allocation.

  4. Confidentiality Assured: No names or company identifiers are required; data is submitted using a secure participant code.

  5. Customizable Reporting Period: The survey allows flexibility in reporting based on your fiscal year, making it accessible regardless of your accounting calendar.

In short, it's a highly valuable tool for companies in the printing industry looking to make informed, data-driven decisions to improve profitability and operational efficiency.

Participants are not required to be PRINTING United Alliance members.

A sample survey is available for download here.

Apply for participation by clicking on the blue button below and completing the candidate profile.

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