A margem de lucro
Example: A empresa aumentou a margem de lucro este mês.
Definition
"A margem de lucro" refers to the difference between the revenue generated by a company and the costs incurred to produce the goods or services sold, expressed as a percentage of revenue. It measures the profitability and financial efficiency of a business.
Etymology
The phrase "a margem de lucro" comes from Portuguese, combining "margem," meaning margin or edge, and "lucro," meaning profit. It reflects the concept of the 'edge' or 'buffer' of profit a company retains after covering expenses. Did you know that 'lucro' shares roots with the Latin word 'lucrum,' meaning gain or advantage?
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