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GMROI Calculator: Gross Margin Return on Inventory

Free tool · Updated October 2, 2026 · By CouponTalk · Reviewed by CouponTalk Expert Reviews on

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Quick answer

GMROI = gross margin ÷ average inventory at cost. Earning ₹3 lakh of gross margin while holding ₹1.35 lakh of stock on average gives a GMROI of 2.22: each rupee in stock earned ₹2.22 of margin. Below 1 means the stock earns less than it costs, so cut slow items.

How to use this calculator

  1. Pick a period, such as the last quarter or year.
  2. Enter gross margin (sales minus product cost) for that period.
  3. Enter stock value at cost at the start and end.

Formula

Average stock = (opening + closing stock at cost) ÷ 2

GMROI = gross margin ÷ average stock

Use stock at purchase cost, not selling price.

Frequently asked questions

What is a good GMROI?
Above 3 is strong for many retail categories; 1 to 2 is weak. Compare products within your own catalogue.
How do I raise GMROI?
Sell slow items, reorder in smaller batches, and focus stock on high-margin fast sellers.
Is GMROI the same as inventory turnover?
No. Turnover counts how fast stock sells; GMROI counts how much margin that stock earns.

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