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Comparable revenue growth after an acquisition calculator

Worked example

Comparable revenue growth · -5%

See the formula

(Current reported revenue − Current acquired revenue − Prior comparable revenue) ÷ Prior comparable revenue × 100.

How to interpret the result

This simple bridge assumes no disposals, exchange-rate effects or other perimeter changes. Align the reporting periods before subtracting acquired revenue.

Publisher example

Last year brought $80,000. This year reports $100,000, of which $24,000 came from an acquisition. The comparable business earned $76,000, a decline of 5%.

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