gross profit

American  

noun

1. gross receipts less the cost of goods or production but before the deduction of such other costs as rent or salaries.

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gross profit British  

noun

1. accounting the difference between total revenue from sales and the total cost of purchases or materials, with an adjustment for stock

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Example Sentences

Companies on the screen had to have recent gross profit margins below their long-term averages, but have analysts calling for rising gross profit margins.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

XPeng’s recent gross profit margin expansion also indicate an improving product mix and better cost control, he says.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

The company reported record revenue, gross profit, operating income and cash flow in its fiscal year 2026.

From Barron's • May 29, 2026

XPeng reported improving gross profit margins, which is one reason for the better reaction.

From Barron's • May 28, 2026

Twenty-five percent is recommended as a reasonable gross profit on coffee in most cases, although some grocers make less, and not a few make more; the range being usually from twenty to thirty-nine percent.

From All About Coffee by Ukers, William H. (William Harrison)

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