earnings
Americannoun
plural noun
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money or other payment earned
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the profits of an enterprise
Etymology
Origin of earnings
before 1050; Middle English erning, Old English earning, earnung merit, pay. See earn 1, -ing 1, -s 3
Example Sentences
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Broadcom earnings could be strong thanks to artificial intelligence demand, but shareholders should be prepared for a muted stock reaction as market sentiment teeters.
From Barron's
When that happens, investors will likely focus on the remarkable strength of the U.S. economy and its robust corporate earnings.
From Barron's
When that happens, investors will likely focus on the remarkable strength of the U.S. economy and its robust corporate earnings.
From Barron's
German tire maker Continental CON -4.73%decrease; red down pointing triangle expects earnings to increase this year despite continuing challenges from tariffs and currency headwinds.
At its pharma business, Bayer said the adjusted earnings decline reflected the costs of ramping up sales of recently launched medicines.
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