Compass concept
Business resilience
How well the business holds up through recessions, shocks, and change.
Definition
Resilience asks whether demand, margins, and the competitive position hold steady when conditions turn, a downturn, a disruptive rival, or a shift in technology. Resilient businesses bend without breaking.
Why it matters
Long-term ownership means living through several cycles. A resilient business protects your capital in the bad years, which is often where returns are won or lost.
Watch-outs
A business untested by a real downturn can look more resilient than it is, consider how it would fare if its best conditions reversed.
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