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Why Your Shopify Store Looks Profitable But Feels Broke

May 3, 2026 · By TrueMargin

You check your Shopify dashboard. Revenue is up. Orders are flowing. So why does your bank account tell a different story? The answer lies between the lines — in fees, refunds, and costs that Shopify's native reports quietly ignore.