Most cultivars of this type of fern will not remain small forever but can be kept in a small container for a few years. Asplenium nidus is a tropical fern from South East Asia. It is also commonly planted in India, Japan and Australia. It can grow on trees, rocks or in soil.
Profit Basics. Profit is the long-term objective of any for-profit business. Profit is the net income of the business. In general, profit equals revenue less expenses. However, companies typically calculate multiple measures of profit on an income statement. Gross profit shows the total revenue minus the variable costs, or cost of goods sold. Operating income and non-operating activities are added or subtracted to gross profit to determine total profit for a given period.
Profit is one of the most important measurements in determining the health and success of a business. However, the measurement of profit can vary and should be considered with other factors. For example, profit varies greatly from company to company and from industry to industry. Because companies vary in size, it is often more appropriate to consider profit as a percentage of sales (profit margin) when comparing one company to another. As well, varying accounting methods can greatly influence profit, and these changes may have little to do with a company's actual operations.