SAP Concur: What counts as reasonable business meal expense
SAP Concur article explores how to define reasonable business meal expenses in today's economy. Due to inflation, the average dinner price in the US rose from $20 in 2010 to $40 in 2026. It suggests companies adopt guideline-based policies considering location and context rather than fixed limits.
Impact and considerations
Rising meal costs challenge corporate expense management; the article offers practical advice for adjusting policies and approval processes.
Key points
- Average US dinner price rose from $20 in 2010 to $40 in 2026.
- Recommends guideline-based policies considering location and context.
- Provides best practices for employees and approvers.
- Emphasizes providing context to reduce approval friction.
Sources and time
- Primary source
- SAP Concur
- Other sources
- 0
- First source publication
- 20 Jul 2026, 20:46
- Page published
- 13 Aug 2026, 08:12
- Last updated
- 20 Jul 2026, 20:46
- Original links
- SAP Concur Blog：What Counts as a “Reasonable” Business Meal Expense in Today’s Economic Environment? (opens in a new tab)Primary source · en · Published 20 Jul 2026, 20:46