relevant costs

[/ˈrɛləvənt kɔsts/]
nounpl: relevant costs
custos relevantes
1. In accounting and business decision-making, costs that are directly affected by a particular decision and should be considered when evaluating alternatives
When deciding whether to outsource manufacturing, only relevant costs such as labor and materials should be included in the analysis.
Ao decidir se terceirizar a manufatura, apenas custos relevantes como mão de obra e materiais devem ser incluídos na análise.
2. Future costs that will differ between alternative courses of action in managerial accounting
The company identified relevant costs to determine which production method would be most economical.
A empresa identificou os custos relevantes para determinar qual método de produção seria mais econômico.
This is a technical term primarily used in business, accounting, and finance fields. It is fundamental to managerial accounting education in both the United States and Brazil. The concept is widely taught in MBA programs and is essential for corporate decision-making in both countries. In Brazilian companies, understanding custos relevantes is crucial for financial management and strategic planning.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
differential costsincremental costsavoidable costsfuture costs
Antonyms / Antônimos
irrelevant costssunk costscommitted costsnon-differential costs

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
custos relevantes
Standard term used in business and accounting contexts
Rio de Janeiro
custos relevantes
Same as general Brazilian usage
São Paulo
custos relevantes
Preferred in business and financial sectors; often used in MBA and accounting programs
Portugal
custos relevantes
Same terminology used; understood in European Portuguese business contexts

Related Words

opportunity costsunk costvariable costsfixed costsmanagerial accountingcost analysisdecision-makingcost allocation

Related Idioms & Phrases

relevant costs and benefits
identify relevant costs
exclude irrelevant costs
relevant cost analysis
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