Definition of Net Cash Flow



Net cash flow is a term used in various places. In budgeting, the net cash flows are calculated by subtracting cash outflows from cash inflows. In accounting terms, net cash flow means the sum of all cash flows positive or negative from all three activities reported in the cash flows statement. 

 


Cash flows from operating activities include cash generated or used in operations like sale, purchase, interest, taxes, and net operating working capital. Cash flows from investing activities use or generate cash from the purchase or sale of investments, property plant and equipment, and short-term securities. Cash flows from financing activities include cash raised or used to repay debt and equity.

 


Net Cash Flow = Cash flows from (operating activities + investing activities + financing activities)

 

 


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