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Compares lifetime value to customer acquisition cost ratio to assess business unit profitability and sustainability. Critical SaaS metric.
Guide étape par étape
- 1Calculate CLV (lifetime profit per customer)
- 2Calculate CAC (total acquisition cost per customer)
- 3Divide: CLV ÷ CAC
- 4Compare: 3:1 acceptable, 5:1 excellent
Exemples résolus
Entrée
CLV $2500, CAC $100
Résultat
25:1 ratio
Erreurs courantes à éviter
- ✕Using gross profit instead of net profit for CLV
- ✕Including one-time setup costs in recurring revenue CLV
Questions fréquentes
Why is this ratio important?
Shows how many dollars of value each acquisition dollar generates; indicator of sustainable growth.
How can I improve the ratio?
Increase CLV through retention and upsell; decrease CAC through channel optimization and referrals.
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