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What is the meaning of the idiomatic expression 'in the black'?

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In business, making a profit; not losing money.

that there is profit or cash on hand. having enough to pay what one owes, with extra left over. "in the red" means in debt.
have money in the bank. As opposed to being in the red, is to be in debt

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