1. What is Total Revenue?

Total Revenue, often called the "top line," is the total amount of money a company brings in from its business activities before any expenses are deducted. It's the starting point of an income statement and a key indicator of a company's financial performance.

2. How to Find Revenue on Financial Statements

Revenue is typically the first line item on an income statement. It may be listed as:

Where:

• Sales Revenue — Income from selling products
• Service Revenue — Income from providing services
• Other Revenue — Miscellaneous income sources

Note: Some companies may report these separately or combine them into a single revenue figure.

3. Importance of Revenue Calculation

Details: Total Revenue is crucial for assessing business growth, calculating important financial ratios, and making investment decisions. It's used to calculate gross profit (Revenue - Cost of Goods Sold) and serves as the basis for many profitability metrics.

4. Using the Calculator

Instructions: Simply enter the revenue figure from your income statement in USD. The calculator will confirm the total revenue amount.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Is revenue the same as profit?
A: No, revenue is the total income before expenses, while profit is what remains after subtracting all expenses (Revenue - Expenses = Profit).

Q2: Where can I find revenue on financial statements?
A: Revenue is always at the top of the income statement, often the first line item.

Q3: What's the difference between revenue and sales?
A: Sales typically refers only to income from selling products, while revenue includes all income sources (sales, services, etc.).

Q4: How often should revenue be calculated?
A: Public companies report revenue quarterly and annually. Businesses should track revenue monthly for good financial management.

Q5: Can revenue be negative?
A: Normally no, unless there are significant returns/refunds that exceed current period sales (very rare).