cost decrease

[/kɔst dɪˈkris/]
nounpl: cost decreases
redução de custo
1. a reduction in the amount of money required to produce, acquire, or maintain something
The company achieved a significant cost decrease by optimizing its supply chain.
A empresa alcançou uma redução de custo significativa ao otimizar sua cadeia de suprimentos.
2. the process or result of lowering expenses or expenditures
Cost decrease in manufacturing can improve profit margins.
A redução de custo na fabricação pode melhorar as margens de lucro.
In both Brazilian and American business contexts, cost decrease is a highly valued objective. In Brazil, companies frequently discuss 'redução de custos' as part of operational strategies, especially in manufacturing and logistics sectors. In the USA, 'cost decrease' or 'cost reduction' is fundamental to corporate performance metrics and shareholder value. The term is commonly used in financial reports, business meetings, and strategic planning documents across both cultures.
NYC Slang
cost break / cutting costs
Synonyms / Sinônimos
cost reductionprice decreaseexpense reductioncost savingsdiminution of cost
Antonyms / Antônimos
cost increaseprice increaseexpense increasecost escalation

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
redução de custo
most common and standard term in Brazilian business Portuguese
São Paulo
redução de custo / diminuição de custo
both terms used in major financial and corporate centers
Portugal
diminuição de custo / redução de custo
both terms accepted; 'diminuição' slightly more formal in European Portuguese
Rio de Janeiro
redução de custo
standard usage in business context

Related Words

budgetexpenseprofit margincost controlefficiencyoptimizationfinancial management

Related Idioms & Phrases

cut costs
trim expenses
tighten the belt
reduce overhead
enxugar custos (PT-BR)
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