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Waterfall Value

Break down a big number into its component drivers to show where value is created or lost

Category
Consulting Framework
Structure
The Total -> Driver 1 Impact -> Driver 2 Impact -> Driver 3 Impact -> The Remainder
Best for
Financial analysis, value bridges, variance explanations
Source
McKinsey waterfall charts
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Definition What is it?

Break down a big number into its component drivers to show where value is created or lost

Structure How is it structured?

The Total -> Driver 1 Impact -> Driver 2 Impact -> Driver 3 Impact -> The Remainder

Best fit When does it fit best?

Financial analysis, value bridges, variance explanations

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