profit and loss
noun
: a summary account used at the end of an accounting period to collect the balances of the nominal accounts so that the net profit or loss may be shown
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With this, define what the profit and loss (P&L) will need to look like to realize this expectation.
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Bruce Werner, Forbes.com, 29 Apr. 2025
Even then, the profit and loss shown is not the precise number used in the PSR calculation because infrastructure, academy and women’s team costs can be deducted.
—Chris Waugh, The Athletic, 21 Jan. 2025
Aspects like a loyal customer base, supportive and passionate shareholders, or a profit and loss buffer can help your company navigate challenging times.
—Juliette Han, Phd, Forbes.com, 11 Apr. 2025
How about a program allowing borrowers to qualify with just a profit and loss statement signed by the tax preparer?
—Jeff Lazerson, Oc Register, 3 Apr. 2025
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Bruce Werner, Forbes.com, 29 Apr. 2025
Even then, the profit and loss shown is not the precise number used in the PSR calculation because infrastructure, academy and women’s team costs can be deducted.
—Chris Waugh, The Athletic, 21 Jan. 2025
Aspects like a loyal customer base, supportive and passionate shareholders, or a profit and loss buffer can help your company navigate challenging times.
—Juliette Han, Phd, Forbes.com, 11 Apr. 2025
How about a program allowing borrowers to qualify with just a profit and loss statement signed by the tax preparer?
—Jeff Lazerson, Oc Register, 3 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for profit and loss
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“Profit and loss.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/profit%20and%20loss. Accessed 10 May. 2025.
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