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Operating Expense
A company’s operating expenses (OpEx) are in effect its running expenses. They exclude Cost of Goods Sold, non-operating expenses and Capital Expenditure. OpEx includes rental and mortgage payments, building maintenance, utility bills, company insurance, research, marketing/advertising, legal and accounting fees, office and computer equipment, and company vehicle expenses.