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What is Budget estimates all about?

An estimation of the revenue and expenses over a specified future period of time is budget estimates. A budget is a microeconomic concept that shows the tradeoff made when one good is exchanged for another.

February 13, 2013 / 16:45 IST
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An estimation of the revenue and expenses over a specified future period of time is budget estimates. A budget is a  microeconomic concept that shows the tradeoff made when one good is exchanged for another. 


A surplus budget means profits are anticipated, while a balanced budget means that revenues are expected to equal expenses. A deficit budget means expenses will exceed revenues. Budgets are usually compiled and re-evaluated on a periodic basis. Adjustments are made to budgets based on the goals of the budgeting organization. In some cases, budget makers are happy to operate at a deficit, while in other cases, operating at a deficit is seen as financially irresponsible.
first published: Feb 12, 2013 04:12 pm

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