In computing the UBC recycling rate, which is derived by dividing the number of cans recycled by the number of cans sold (i.e., those available for recycling), the Aluminum Association includes domestic and imported scrap cans in the numerator, but only domestically-produced (and sold) new cans in the denominator.
Margin of safety (financial) Margin of safety (safety margin) is the difference between the intrinsic value of a stock and its market price. Another definition: In Break even analysis (accounting), margin of safety is how much output or sales level can fall before a business reaches its breakeven point. 1 History.
Generally speaking, an operating profit margin of approximately 25% or better is considered favorable by most market analysts. Operating profit margin is one of the key profitability ratios that investors and analysts consider when evaluating a company. Generally speaking, an operating profit margin of approximately 25% or better is considered favorable by most market analysts. However, it's important to take into consideration that average profit margins vary significantly between industries.