Selling, General & Administrative (SG&A) Expense

What is Selling, General & Administrative (SG&A) Expense?

Selling, General & Administrative (SG&A) Expense is the money a company spends on running its daily business activities that are not directly tied to making its products. This includes the costs of sales and marketing, office rent, utilities, and salaries for management and administrative staff. In simple terms, SG&A shows how much it costs a company to operate and sell its products while keeping the business running smoothly.