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Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR)

The value of the contracted recurring revenue components of your term subscriptions normalized to a one-year period.

ARR is the gold standard metric for subscription businesses. It provides a predictable measure of revenue and is the primary valuation driver for SaaS companies. It excludes one-time fees and professional services.

Deep Dive: Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR)

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