What Is POAS (Profit on Ad Spend)? Full Definition
POAS (profit on ad spend) measures actual profit generated per dollar of ad spend — not revenue. Here's the formula, a worked example, and why it beats ROAS.
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POAS (profit on ad spend) measures actual profit generated per dollar of ad spend — not revenue. Here's the formula, a worked example, and why it beats ROAS.
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