noun
operating costs; operating expenses
Business term for the ongoing costs of running a company or organization, such as salaries, rent, and utilities.
経営費を削減するために、光熱費を見直した。
We reviewed utility costs to reduce operating expenses.
新店舗の経営費は予想以上にかかっている。
The operating costs for the new store are higher than expected.
固定費 refers specifically to fixed costs (e.g., rent), whereas 経営費 includes both fixed and variable operating expenses.
Compound of 経営 (management, operation) and 費 (expense, cost).