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Operating Expenses

What are operating expenses?

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Operating Expenses are the recurring costs a business incurs during its day-to-day operations to generate revenue. These costs do not include expenses directly associated with manufacturing goods or significant investments in capital assets. 

Key components of operating expenses include: 

  • Employee salaries and benefits 
  • Rent or lease payments for office or retail spaces 
  • Utility costs like electricity and internet 
  • Office supplies and equipment maintenance 
  • Marketing and advertising costs 
  • Depreciation of assets used in operations 

Operating Expenses are vital for businesses as they reflect the efficiency and cost management of daily activities. Properly tracking and optimizing operating expenses can improve profitability, ensure financial stability, and allow for better resource allocation, directly impacting a company's long-term viability and success.