fundamentals
revenue
The total income generated by a business from its normal business activities, before expenses are deducted.
Example
"The company's revenue grew 20% last year, but expenses rose faster, reducing profit."
💡 Memory Tip
REVENUE = the money that RETURNS to the business. All income before any deductions.
Etymology
From Old French 'revenu' meaning 'returned' — money that comes back to the business.
Common Misspellings
revenewrevenurevnuereveue
Related Terms
See Also
sales