noun
operating expenses; operating costs
Business term for the ongoing costs of running a company, such as rent, utilities, and salaries.
今月の営業費は予算を超えてしまった。
This month's operating expenses exceeded the budget.
営業費を削減するために、光熱費を見直し
We reviewed utility costs to reduce operating expenses.
運営費 is similar but often used for the running costs of organizations or events, whereas 営業費 is more typical for commercial business operations.
Compound of 営業 (business, operations) and 費 (expenses, costs).