fixed cost

noun

1. a cost unvarying with a change in the volume of business ( variable cost ).

Example Sentences

They also say the new monthly fee would allow them to more evenly allocate fixed costs among customers.

From Los Angeles Times

School officials have said that inflation and fixed costs like heating were taking a toll on their budgets and in some cases forcing program cuts or requiring increased class sizes.

From Seattle Times

He said American corporations have largely abandoned traditional pensions, which creates a fixed cost that cannot be reduced and becomes a burden in a business downturn.

From Seattle Times

The company, in the midst of a strategy shift to slash fixed costs and improve productivity, confirmed preliminary third-quarter results released on Friday that cut its profit margin guidance for this year, disappointing investors.

From Reuters

Finance bosses have long complained about the rules, saying they lead to higher base pay that pushes up banks' fixed costs.

From BBC