Grosses

Grosses is a term used to describe total amounts before deductions in finance and commerce. It can refer to gross income, gross revenue, or gross weight, among other measures. The defining feature of a gross figure is that it has not yet been adjusted for taxes, returns, discounts, or packaging. The precise meaning is usually clarified by context.

In business accounting, gross revenue is the sum of all sales or services provided. Net revenue subtracts returns, allowances, and discounts from gross revenue. Gross profit equals gross revenue minus the cost of goods sold, and gross margin is gross profit as a percentage of gross revenue. These metrics capture activity at the top of the income statement, before operating expenses, taxes, and other costs.

In entertainment, grosses typically refer to box office receipts. Domestic grosses refer to the United States and Canada, while worldwide grosses cover all markets. Gross figures do not reflect costs such as distribution fees, theater cuts, marketing, or taxes; those are subtracted to determine profit. Reporters and studios may present multiple gross measures, including distributor gross or international grosses, to convey different facets of a release's market performance.

In logistics, gross weight includes the weight of goods and packaging; net weight excludes packaging. Tare weight is the weight of empty containers. Distinctions between gross and net influence shipping charges, labeling, and regulatory compliance.