The points of difference between Capital and Revenue income are given below.
Capital incomes are those incomes that do not arise in the normal course of business operations. Such incomes arise from the capital itself, without involving any production work. For example, premium received from the issue of shares or debentures.
Revenue incomes are those incomes that are earned in the conduct of ordinary and day to day business activities. Such incomes are earned frequently. For example, profit earned from the sale of goods, commission earned etc.
Difference between Capital Income and Revenue Income
| Basis of Difference | Capital Income | Revenue Income |
|---|---|---|
| Meaning | Incomes arising from the capital itself, without involving any production work | Incomes earned in conduct of ordinary and day to day business activities |
| Activities | These are not earned from the ordinary business activities. | These are earned from the ordinary business activities. |
| Nature | It is non-recurring in nature. | It is recurring in nature. |
| Shown | It is shown on the Liabilities Side of Balance Sheet. | It is shown on the Credit Side of Profit and Loss Account. |
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