fundamentals
cash flow
The net amount of cash moving in and out of a business or personal account over a period of time.
Example
"Despite being profitable on paper, the company struggled because of poor cash flow."
💡 Memory Tip
Cash FLOWS like water — in and out. Positive cash flow means more comes in than goes out.
Etymology
Compound of cash (immediate money) and flow (movement) — the movement of money.
Common Misspellings
cashflowcash flocash floecashfow
Related Terms
See Also
expenses