Profit
Profit is the financial gain a business achieves when its total revenue exceeds its total expenses, taxes, and costs over a specific period. It’s a core measure of a company’s financial health and operational efficiency.
There are several types of profit:
Gross Profit: Revenue minus Cost of Goods Sold (COGS).
Operating Profit (EBIT): Gross profit minus operating expenses.
Net Profit (Net Income): Operating profit minus interest, taxes, and other expenses.
Formula (Net Profit): Net Profit = Total Revenue - Total Expenses
Profit serves as a foundation for financial decisions, dividend payouts, reinvestment strategies, and company valuation.