What is their estimated expenditure this year?

Man: Can we go over some figures please? What has our total outlay been this year?
Woman: Yes, our shareholders’ meeting is soon. I think it’d be a good idea to review the key numbers. Our expenditures are estimated at $4,320,000.
Man: What percentage is that research and development?
Woman: About 27%. We’ve invested heavily in developing some new technologies.

Man: Have you finished the balance sheets yet?
Woman: I’ve been working on them since 10 this morning. I’m almost done, and I’m exhausted.
Man: No need to rush. Janet told me we’re looking for a new bookkeeper to help you.
Woman: Is that true?
Man: Yes, We’ve been looking, but no luck yet.