running costs

Definitions

The ongoing expenses incurred from the day-to-day operation of a business, machine, or property.

The regular costs required to keep something functioning, excluding initial capital investment.

Examples

The company decided to switch to energy-efficient lighting to reduce its monthly running costs.

When buying a used car, it is important to consider the long-term running costs such as insurance, fuel, and maintenance.

Synonyms

operating expenses overhead costs operational expenditure fixed costs recurring expenses

Antonyms

capital expenditure one-time investment startup costs initial outlay non-recurring costs