fixed charge

• Un charge fixe est un coût ou une dépense régulier et prédéterminé qui ne varie pas selon le niveau d'utilisation ou de production, comme un abonnement mensuel, un loyer ou un remboursement de prêt.

A fixed charge is a regular, predetermined expense or cost that does not vary with usage or production levels, such as a monthly subscription fee, rent, or loan payment.

1. Legal claim on an assetC1formal

   A specific legal charge or mortgage secured against a particular, identifiable asset (like land or machinery) that prevents the borrower from selling or disposing of the asset without the lender's consent.

   charge fixe

   • The bank holds a fixed charge over the company's factory.
   • A fixed charge is registered against the property at the land registry.
   • The loan agreement included a fixed charge on all equipment.

2. Fixed cost or expenseB2formal

   A regular, recurring business expense that does not change with the level of production or sales, such as rent or insurance.

   Charge fixe

   • Rent is a fixed charge that the company must pay every month.
   • The budget includes all fixed charges like salaries and utilities.
   • Fixed charges remain constant regardless of sales volume.