Financing Activities

Definition

Transactions involving creditors and owners—borrowing, repaying debt, issuing stock, paying dividends. Reported on the cash flow statement.

Related Terms

Cash Flow Statement

A financial statement showing cash inflows and outflows from operating, investing, and financing activities during a period. Answers the question: "Where did the cash come from, and where did it go?"

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