Fatturato

Fatturato is an Italian term used in accounting and business to denote the total value of invoices issued for goods and services delivered to customers in a given period. It represents turnover or revenue and is a key indicator of a company’s size and growth.

Calculation and definitions can vary by context. Typically, the base is the sum of amounts on all invoices issued during the period. In some usages, fatturato may be presented gross (including taxes shown on invoices, such as VAT) or net of discounts, returns, and allowances. In many financial reports, fatturato is used interchangeably with ricavi (revenues), referring to the revenue recognized in the period, regardless of cash collection.

Interpretation and limitations: A rising fatturato signals increased sales activity and market demand, but it does not by itself measure profitability or liquidity. It can be influenced by pricing strategies, contract wins, seasonality, and changes in invoicing practices. Therefore, it is commonly analyzed together with profitability metrics (such as gross profit and net income), margins, and cash flow indicators to obtain a complete view of performance.

Context and usage: Fatturato is a standard metric in Italian corporate language and is commonly reported in annual and quarterly results. It is useful for benchmarking, planning, and comparing performance across periods, industries, or competitors.

Language note: In English-language contexts, fatturato is typically translated as revenue or turnover. In Italian, it remains a central term for measuring the value of invoiced sales.