Leverage in its most general sense means the ability to magnify results at a relatively low cost. In business, you make decisions about leverage that affect your profitability. When you evaluate ...

Given the frequent reference to operating leverage during discussions of banks' financial performance, it's natural to assume that there is some common definition. Only there isn't. With the ...

The strategic use of debt as leverage has many advantages for business. These include enhanced returns, larger capital and ability to better manage cash flow. However excess leverage can lead to ...