Definition
Fraud Loss per Case refers to the average financial loss incurred per detected fraud case.
Context
This metric is used as part of fraud KPIs and fraud risk assessment and is closely linked to average fraud duration, as longer undetected fraud typically results in higher losses. It enables comparative analysis across cases.
Meaning
It supports risk prioritization by highlighting the financial impact of different fraud scenarios.
Example
Average loss of 120,000 CHF per fraud case.
Sources
Suggested citation
wirtschaftsforensik.ch Editorial Team: "Fraud Loss per Case", in: Glossary, wirtschaftsforensik.ch, https://wirtschaftsforensik.ch/glossar/fraud-loss-per-case/, accessed April 18, 2026.