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Cash Flow Statement
Tracks cash generated and used by operations, investing, and financing.
Cash Flow Statement
The cash flow statement answers: Is the company generating real cash?
Sections
- Cash from operations (CFO): Cash from core business activity
- Cash from investing (CFI): Capex, acquisitions, investments
- Cash from financing (CFF): Debt, dividends, buybacks, equity issuance
Tip
Compare net income to CFO. Big gaps can signal working-capital swings or accounting effects.
Key Takeaways
- Compare metrics over multiple periods to identify trends.
- Always consider industry context when evaluating numbers.
- Combine with other metrics for a complete picture.
Quick Reference
Category
Financials
Difficulty
Intermediate
Reading Time
1 min
Related Terms
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Revenue
The total sales a company earns during a period.
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Profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes.
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Where You'll See This
Look for this in the Financial Statements section on any stock detail page.