Sales Per Share

What does it mean?
A ratio that computes the total revenue earned per share over a 12-month period. It is calculated by dividing total revenue earned in a fiscal year by the weighted average of shares outstanding for that fiscal year. It is also known as "revenue per share."

In Other Words...
The sales-per-share ratio is used to evaluate a company's business activities in comparison to share price. The higher the ratio, the more active the company.



Related Links
Introduction to Fundamental Analysis - Here's an easy-to-understand tutorial on the techniques of analyzing a company's financial statements, including the annual and quarterly reports, the auditor's report, and much more.

Doing More with Less: the Sales-per-Employee Ratio - If used properly, this ratio can give you insight into a company's productivity and financial health.

Related Terms
Fiscal Year | Revenue

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