Statement of Cash Flows
The Statement of Cash Flows is one of the core financial statements of a business, showing the inflows and outflows of cash during a specific accounting period. It tracks how cash moves through operating, investing, and financing activities, offering a clear picture of a company’s liquidity position and ability to meet short-term obligations. Three main sections:
Operating activities: Cash generated or consumed from core business operations
Investing activities: Cash used for or generated from asset purchases, sales, and investments
Financing activities: Cash flows from equity issuance, debt financing, dividend payments
Formula (indirect method for operating activities):
Net Income + Non-cash expenses (Depreciation, Amortization) +/- Changes in working capital = Net cash from operating activities