Kokonaispuristus

Kokonaispuristus, often translated as "total compression" or "overall compression," is a concept used in certain analytical contexts, particularly in Finnish technical and economic discourse. It refers to the combined effect of various price-setting mechanisms and cost factors that influence the final price of a product or service. Instead of looking at individual components in isolation, kokonaispuristus examines how these elements interact to create a pressure on margins or prices.

This concept is frequently applied in industries where complex supply chains and multiple value-adding stages exist. For example, in manufacturing, it might consider the combined impact of raw material costs, labor expenses, energy prices, transportation fees, and the profit margins demanded by different intermediaries. In the service sector, it could encompass wages, overhead, regulatory costs, and competitive pricing strategies.

The analysis of kokonaispuristus aims to understand the forces that either expand or contract the available profit margins for producers or the final price paid by consumers. A high kokonaispuristus suggests that many factors are collectively pushing prices upwards or squeezing profit margins downwards. Conversely, a low kokonaispuristus indicates fewer significant combined pressures. This holistic view is valuable for strategic planning, cost management, and understanding market dynamics, allowing for a more comprehensive assessment than examining individual price determinants.