What Is a Cash Flow Statement (CFS)?

A cash flow statement tracks the inflow and outflow of cash, providing insights into a
company's financial health and operational efficiency.

The CFS measures how well a company manages its cash position, meaning how well the
company generates cash to pay its debt obligations and fund its operating expenses. As one
of the three main financial statements, the CFS complements the balance sheet and the
income statement. In this article, we’ll show you how the CFS is structured and how you can
use it when analyzing a company.