Why can it be misleading to use a firm's working capital to discuss cash flow without further qualification

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Why can it be misleading to use a firm's working capital to discuss cash flow without further qualification

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Working capital and cash flows are the important aspects of an organization that helps an investor to analyze company’s financial performance. Net positive working capital indicates that the company possesses sufficient current assets to pay off its short-term debt.

 

 

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