Cash Conversion Cycle

Definition

The number of days between when a company pays for inventory and when it collects cash from selling that inventory. Shorter cycle = better cash flow.

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Working Capital

The difference between current assets and current liabilities. Formula: Current Assets − Current Liabilities. Measures short-term financial health. Positive = you can cover short-term obligations.

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