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spending efficiency

[ˈspɛndɪŋ ɪˈfɪʃənsi]
noun
eficiência de gastos
1. The ability to maximize value or results while minimizing expenditure; the ratio of output or benefits achieved to the amount of money spent
The company improved its spending efficiency by reducing operational costs without compromising quality.
A empresa melhorou sua eficiência de gastos ao reduzir custos operacionais sem comprometer a qualidade.
2. In budgeting and financial management, the effective allocation and management of financial resources to achieve desired outcomes with minimal waste
Government spending efficiency is crucial for public sector accountability.
A eficiência de gastos governamentais é crucial para a responsabilidade do setor público.
Synonyms
fiscal efficiencycost efficiencybudget efficiencyfinancial efficiencyspending effectivenessexpense management
Antonyms
spending inefficiencyfiscal wastebudget overrunfinancial inefficiency

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
eficiência de gastos; eficiência orçamentária
Most common usage in Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
eficiência de despesas
Business and corporate contexts
Portugal
eficiência de despesas; gestão eficiente de gastos
Often used in official and governmental contexts
General Brazilian
otimização de gastos
Alternative term emphasizing optimization aspect

Related Idioms & Phrases

get more bang for your buck
stretch a dollar
cost-benefit analysis
fiscal responsibility
lean budget
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