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title: How to Influence Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) on a Retailer Income Statement
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# How to Influence Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) on a Retailer Income Statement

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This may not sound like the most exciting topic in retail, but it's an important one for sales, category management and marketing professionals to understand. Download our complimentary document to learn more about Cost of Goods Sold (COGS), why it is an important measure for both Retailers and Vendors to understand, and ways to influence COGS.

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