CapEx has a longer-term view while OpEx focuses on day-to-day business expenses Sean Ross is a strategic adviser at 1031x.com, Investopedia contributor, and the founder and manager of Free Lances Ltd.

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Operating expenses are essential for day-to-day business functions, like customer service. Capex refers to long-term investment costs, contrasting with yearly-deducted operating costs. Evaluating a ...