Cash flow

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  • Cash Flow Forecasts
    • Cash Flow Forecasts
      • The prediction of future cash inflows & outflows showing the estimated cash balance at the end of each month
      • They are important because...
        • It identifieswhen shortfalls are likely to happen, and surplus funds are likely to become available
        • Calculates the business' reserves, which could be invested in expansion or new equipment
        • It shows whether there is enough cash available to pay salaries and settle debts on time
    • A Cash Flow Statement uses actual inflows and outflows over a period of time (historical data- not a prediction

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