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

profitincomegross income

See Also

sales

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