balance sheet

noun

: a statement of financial condition at a given date

Examples of balance sheet in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Their long histories and years of capital accumulation have also left them with sound balance sheets and stable profit margins. — Jenny Lee, CNBC, 5 Oct. 2026

The Fed is applying a single economic tool to an economy that is now operating on two completely different balance sheets. — Katica Roy, Fortune, 2 Oct. 2026

During his tenure, Mattel has leveraged the power of its world-class brands, attracted exceptional entertainment partners, and strengthened its balance sheet. — Todd Spangler, Variety, 30 Sep. 2026

Rigorous evaluation of borrower experience, balance sheet strength, and capacity to execute the business plan. — Wesley Carpenter, Forbes.com, 29 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1771, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for balance sheet

• amit
• athlete
• backseat
• blackfeet
• broadsheet
• browbeat
• buckwheat
• compete
• compleat
• complete
• conceit
• concrete

Legal Definition

balance sheet

noun

bal·​ance sheet

: a statement of financial condition at a given date