cost increase

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Noun cost increase has 1 sense

rise, boost, hike, cost increase - an increase in cost; "they asked for a 10% rise in rates"
--₁ is a kind of increase, increment

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Cost Increase

Description:

A cost increase refers to a rise in the amount of money required to purchase or produce a particular product, service, or resource. This increase can be caused by various factors such as inflation, changes in market conditions, increased production costs, or higher demand.

Sample Sentences:

The cost increase of raw materials has forced the company to raise the prices of their products.
Due to a cost increase in fuel, the airline had to adjust its ticket prices.
Companies often struggle to maintain profitability during periods of significant cost increase.