Business Pitch Dictionary by pitch.dog
Earnings releases, calls & guidance · Core

Billings

Also called: invoiced value, customer billings

ELI5

Amounts invoiced to customers over a period.

Used in conversation

“The reader should be able to distinguish billings from management’s interpretation of it.”

Pitch context

You will see “Billings” in annual reports, earnings decks, filings and investor presentations when the discussion reaches earnings releases, calls & guidance.

Why it matters: In earnings releases, calls & guidance, a loose definition can change rights, obligations, approval, disclosure or enforceability.

Caution

Meaning, enforceability and required process vary by jurisdiction and agreement; this definition is not legal advice.

Connected terms

  • BookingsBookings describe contracted value; billings describe amounts invoiced during a period.
  • RevenueBillings are amounts invoiced; revenue is recognised under an accounting policy and may occur before or after invoicing.
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