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Expenses

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Finance

Definition

Expenses are the costs incurred by a company or individual to generate revenue or maintain business operations. Expenses represent the outflows of economic resources, such as payments for salaries, rent, utilities, supplies, marketing, and other operating costs. Expenses are deducted from revenue on the income statement to calculate net income or profit. Managing expenses effectively is essential for controlling costs and maximizing profitability in business.

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