And the outgo is now at around 40 billion dollars, which is less than what it used to be.

Source: https://www.freepressjournal.in/analysis/dont-give-up-on-gold-bonds-yet

For example, the company is spending ~CA$1.7m per quarter on professional and consulting fees - surely this outgo can be trimmed without hitting the revenue line.

Source: https://seekingalpha.com/article/4594400-numinus-wellness-q2-results-urgent-action-required?source=feed_all_articles

I wonder whether in all administrative history there was another instance of a single individual being trusted to undertake such an onerous responsibility, involving the outgo of such a huge amount.

Source: https://www.thehindubusinessline.com/books/book-excerpts/fading-footprints/article67242245.ece

The company has recognised a tax outgo of ₹9,092 crore, including a net tax expense of ₹6,128 crore on account of adopting net tax regime from FY’23 due to expected corporate actions and other considerations.

Source: https://www.thehindubusinessline.com/companies/vedanta-reports-q2-net-loss-of-915-crore-tax-outgo-of-9092-crore-amid-strategic-investments/article67497471.ece

This may entail higher tax outgo which needs to be weighed against the greater flexibility you gain in planning your finances.

Source: https://www.thehindubusinessline.com/portfolio/big-story/smarter-tax-options-for-self-employed/article66466482.ece