Who Optimizes SG&A Costs Better? Salesforce, Inc. or FLEETCOR Technologies, Inc.

Comparing SG&A cost strategies of Salesforce and FLEETCOR.

__timestampFLEETCOR Technologies, Inc.Salesforce, Inc.
Wednesday, January 1, 20143777440002764851000
Thursday, January 1, 20155150470003437032000
Friday, January 1, 20165194130003951445000
Sunday, January 1, 20176715440004777000000
Monday, January 1, 20185717650005760000000
Tuesday, January 1, 20196120160007410000000
Wednesday, January 1, 20205674100009634000000
Friday, January 1, 202174794800011761000000
Saturday, January 1, 202289321700014453000000
Sunday, January 1, 2023103424800016079000000
Monday, January 1, 202499778000015411000000
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Optimizing SG&A Costs: A Tale of Two Companies

In the competitive landscape of corporate America, managing Selling, General, and Administrative (SG&A) expenses is crucial for profitability. Over the past decade, Salesforce, Inc. and FLEETCOR Technologies, Inc. have taken different paths in optimizing these costs. From 2014 to 2023, Salesforce's SG&A expenses surged by approximately 480%, reflecting its aggressive growth strategy. In contrast, FLEETCOR's expenses increased by about 174%, showcasing a more conservative approach.

Salesforce's peak in 2023, with SG&A expenses reaching nearly $16 billion, underscores its commitment to expansion and innovation. Meanwhile, FLEETCOR's expenses, peaking at just over $1 billion in the same year, highlight its focus on efficiency and cost control. The data for 2024 is incomplete, but the trends suggest that Salesforce continues to invest heavily in its operations, while FLEETCOR maintains its disciplined spending strategy.

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Date published
28 Jan 2025