The initial markup on a product is the total markup on all merchandise to cover the cost of the items and a reasonable profit.

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The initial markup is the difference between the cost of the merchandise and its selling price, intended to cover expenses and profit, but it's not the total markup on all merchandise. Total markup can include additional markups for various reasons throughout the selling period.

The Initial Markup on a Product Is the Total Markup