capital cost

• Первоначальные затраты, необходимые для приобретения, строительства или модернизации физических активов, таких как здания, машины или оборудование, обычно используемые в деловом и финансовом контексте.

The initial expenditure required to acquire, construct, or upgrade physical assets such as buildings, machinery, or equipment, typically used in business and financial contexts.

1. Initial investmentB2formal

   The total amount of money required to purchase, construct, or acquire a long-term asset or project.

   Первоначальные вложения

   • The company estimated the capital cost of the new factory at $10 million.
   • Capital costs for the project include land, equipment, and construction.
   • They secured a loan to cover the high capital cost of the machinery.

2. Fixed asset expenditureB2formal

   Expenses incurred to acquire or upgrade physical assets such as property, buildings, or equipment.

   Капитальные затраты

   • The budget for capital costs was approved by the board of directors.
   • Capital costs are depreciated over the useful life of the asset.
   • Reducing capital costs can improve a company's cash flow.