Operating In The Red

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Definition: Operating In The Red


Operating In The Red


Full Definition of Operating In The Red


The process of continuing to operate a business, but not making any profit. Businesses do this for a variety of reasons, but many can only do this for a short period of time because all avenues for any source of funds deplete quickly.


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Definition Sources


Definitions for Operating In The Red are sourced/syndicated and enhanced from:

  • A Dictionary of Economics (Oxford Quick Reference)
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Accounting
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Business & Management

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