rendement

Rendement is a Dutch term used to describe the amount of output produced per unit of input, or the return obtained on an investment. It is used in several domains with related but distinct meanings: efficiency, productivity, and financial yield.

In economics and production, rendement often refers to efficiency or productivity: output divided by input. This can be expressed as the number of units produced per hour or as a percentage of input converted into useful output. The notion emphasizes how effectively resources are used.

In finance, rendement denotes the return on an investment, including interest, dividends, and capital gains. It can be annualized and is commonly expressed as a percentage of the invested capital. Different measures exist, such as nominal yield, current yield, and yield to maturity, each reflecting different timing and price considerations.

In agriculture, rendement, or yield (opbrengst), measures the quantity of harvest per cultivated area, such as tons per hectare. Yields are influenced by climate, soil quality, inputs, and technology and are key for planning and policy.

In energy and engineering, rendement is used to describe efficiency—the share of input energy that appears as useful output energy. High rendement indicates less energy loss in processes like engines, generators, or insulation.

The term is context-dependent, and comparisons require clear definitions of the input and output considered, time horizon, and whether gross or net figures are used. Good practice is to specify the exact rendement metric when reporting performance.