Financial Glossary

Dollar-Based Net Expansion Rate (DBNER)

Definition

DBNER measures the revenue growth from existing customers over a given period, including upsells, expansions, and churn effects. DBNER = Revenue�from�Existing�Customers�(Current�Period) / Revenue�from�Existing�Customers�(Previous�Period) �100

Related Services

Customer retention analytics, SaaS metrics analysis, and financial modeling help businesses track DBNER.

Problem and Application

A DBNER above 100% indicates growth, while a lower rate signals potential retention issues.

Conclusion

DBNER is a key metric for SaaS and subscription businesses, reflecting customer retention and expansion effectiveness.