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The phrase "net net" is commonly used in business and finance to denote the final result after all deductions or to ask for a concise summary.

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Definition

B2Business

(informal)The final outcome after all deductions, expenses, and considerations.

Example

  • Net net, we managed to stay within budget despite the unexpected costs.

C1Finance

(technical)A value investing strategy focusing on a company's net current assets minus total liabilities.

Example

  • Investors using the net net approach look for companies trading below their liquidation value.

B2General

(informal)The essential or most important point after considering all relevant factors.

Example

  • Net net, the project was a success.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "net net":

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