cash flow
noun
1
: a measure of an organization's liquidity that usually consists of net income after taxes plus noncash charges against income
2
: a flow of cash
especially
: one that provides solvency
Examples of cash flow in a Sentence
We were able to maintain a steady cash flow.
The company is looking at new ways to generate cash flow.
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The company generated record quarterly operating cash flows of $254 million in Q3 of 2024.
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Trefis Team, Forbes, 23 Jan. 2025
As both airlines gear up for what could be a robust winter travel season, investors must weigh United’s growth potential against Delta’s more substantial cash flow generation.
—Michael Khouw, CNBC, 23 Jan. 2025
Schlumberger's board approved a 3.6% increase to the quarterly dividend, reflecting confidence in the business outlook and cash flow generation.
—Quartz Bot, Quartz, 22 Jan. 2025
Betis will pay a portion of Antony’s salary, which does free up cash flow for United.
—Laurie Whitwell, The Athletic, 21 Jan. 2025
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Trefis Team, Forbes, 23 Jan. 2025
As both airlines gear up for what could be a robust winter travel season, investors must weigh United’s growth potential against Delta’s more substantial cash flow generation.
—Michael Khouw, CNBC, 23 Jan. 2025
Schlumberger's board approved a 3.6% increase to the quarterly dividend, reflecting confidence in the business outlook and cash flow generation.
—Quartz Bot, Quartz, 22 Jan. 2025
Betis will pay a portion of Antony’s salary, which does free up cash flow for United.
—Laurie Whitwell, The Athletic, 21 Jan. 2025
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“Cash flow.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cash%20flow. Accessed 27 Jan. 2025.
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