net worth

/net wɜːrθ/

total assets minus total liabilities

His net worth increased significantly after selling his startup.

The value of his assets grew after selling his company, reducing his debts.

Finance

formal

The total value of assets minus the total value of liabilities, representing financial health.

The billionaire's net worth was estimated at $10 billion.

The financial value of his assets, after accounting for debts, was $10 billion.

Often used to assess an individual's or company's financial position.

calculate net worthto determine the financial value of assets minus liabilitiesincrease net worthto grow the value of assets relative to debts

assets that can be quickly converted to cash

when liabilities exceed assets

Net worth is a key metric for assessing financial stability.

Include all assets (cash, property, investments) and liabilities (debts, loans) for an accurate net worth.

From 'net' (remaining after deductions) + 'worth' (value). First recorded in the early 19th century.

Commonly used in financial reporting, personal finance, and business evaluations.

net

remaining after deductions

prefix

worth

value or monetary equivalent

root

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