Budgeting

Definition of "Budgeting"

(1) Estimating all income and expenses for an accounting period. (2) Financial forecasting, planning, and controlling. It involves using a budget to set and accomplish short-term objectives ensuring that actual goals are consistent with budgeted goals.

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