ROI

ROI, or Return on Investment, is a financial metric used to evaluate the profitability of an investment by comparing the gain or loss relative to its cost. It is a key performance indicator for businesses to assess the efficiency of their expenditures.

Why it’s in the news: It is in the news now as a critical metric for investors evaluating the financial viability of startups like Grounded, which has raised $5M in funding.

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