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Payback Period for CAC

The Payback Period for CAC tells how long it takes for a company to recoup the cost of acquiring a customer. A shorter payback period means quicker recovery of the investment.

  • Formula: CAC Payback Period = Customer Acquisition Cost (CAC) / Monthly or Annual Gross Margin per Customer
  • Application: Measures how quickly a company can recover its CAC, informing cash flow and investment strategies.

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