glossary

Unearned Discount

Unearned discount generally refers to a discount benefit that has not yet been realized or recognized because the related payment or condition is still pending. It can arise in financing or receivable contexts depending on the system being used. The exact accounting treatment depends on whether the discount is probable, earned, and measurable.

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