fixed expense

[/ˈfɪkst ɪkˈspɛns/]
nounpl: fixed expenses
despesa fixa
1. A regular, recurring business or personal expense that remains constant over a period of time and does not fluctuate based on production volume or usage
Rent is a fixed expense that we pay every month regardless of how much revenue we generate.
O aluguel é uma despesa fixa que pagamos todo mês, independentemente de quanto receita geramos.
2. In accounting and budgeting, costs that do not change with the level of business activity
The company's fixed expenses include salaries, insurance, and utilities.
As despesas fixas da empresa incluem salários, seguros e serviços públicos.
Fixed expenses are a fundamental concept in both American and Brazilian business culture. In the USA, companies frequently discuss fixed expenses when analyzing profitability and making strategic decisions. In Brazil, the concept of 'despesa fixa' is equally important in corporate finance and personal budgeting, particularly relevant given the economic emphasis on cash flow management and cost control in the Brazilian market.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
fixed costoverheadstanding expenseregular expense
Antonyms / Antônimos
variable expensevariable costfluctuating expense

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
despesa fixa
Most common term used in business and personal finance contexts
General Brazilian
custo fixo
Alternative term, more common in accounting and manufacturing contexts
Portugal
despesa fixa
Same usage as Brazilian Portuguese, standard business terminology
Portugal
custo fixo
Alternative used in accounting and financial analysis

Related Words

budgetoperating expensecost accountingoverhead costsbreak-even point

Related Idioms & Phrases

cut fixed expenses
reduce overhead costs
cover fixed costs
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