Metrics
Gross Revenue Retention (GRR)
Quick definition
NRR without upsell: what you keep before expansion.
GRR = (Starting ARR − Contraction − Churn) / Starting ARR. Capped at 100%. A better view of pure retention quality than NRR since expansion can mask churn.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Gross Revenue Retention (GRR)?
- GRR = (Starting ARR − Contraction − Churn) / Starting ARR. Capped at 100%. A better view of pure retention quality than NRR since expansion can mask churn.
- Why is Gross Revenue Retention (GRR) important for startups?
- Gross Revenue Retention (GRR) is a metrics concept that matters for startup founders because it shows up in fundraising readiness, financial decision-making, and operational discipline at the stage where mistakes are expensive to undo. Founders who understand it are better prepared for diligence, board meetings, and investor conversations.
- What category does Gross Revenue Retention (GRR) belong to?
- Gross Revenue Retention (GRR) is a Metrics term in the StartupCFO finance glossary, alongside other metrics concepts that founders, CFOs, and accountants use in startup operations and reporting.
- Where can I learn more about Gross Revenue Retention (GRR)?
- Beyond this definition, see the related metrics terms below, or explore StartupCFO's insights and tools that put Gross Revenue Retention (GRR) in context. For specific situations, talk to a fractional CFO who can walk through your numbers.
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