As noted above, the term budget surplus is often used to define the financial situation of a company or government. These entities often run in surpluses when income or revenue … See more

Having funds in the coffers can be a sign of prudent spending but that doesn't mean that running a surplus is always beneficial. It can sometimes come with its own problems. … See more

There is no simple answer as to whether a budget surplus is good or bad. Running a surplus has its advantages, the same way running a deficit does. The best action depends o… See more

The U.S. Treasuryreleases government budget information on a monthly basis. Budget surplus or deficit data appears in the statements, which summarize whether the govern… See more