Revenue

ARR

Annual Recurring Revenue

The annualized value of recurring revenue from subscriptions. Calculated as MRR × 12. A key metric for forecasting and valuation.

What is ARR?

Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) provides a yearly view of your predictable subscription revenue. It's particularly useful for enterprise SaaS and subscription businesses that deal with annual contracts. ARR is the go-to metric for investors and stakeholders when evaluating subscription businesses. It smooths out monthly fluctuations and provides a clearer picture of business health. When to use ARR vs MRR: - Use ARR when most customers are on annual plans - Use ARR for investor presentations and valuations - Use MRR for operational decisions and month-to-month tracking

Formula

ARR = MRR × 12

Example

If your MRR is $50,000, your ARR is $600,000.

Why ARR Matters

ARR is the standard metric for subscription business valuation. Many investors use ARR multiples to determine company worth.

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