Net working capital is positive if short-term assets exceed liabilities. Yearly net working capital change occurs from balance sheet variations. A significant increase in accounts payable can reduce ...

Capital expenditures (CAPEX) and net working capital are both essential for the short-term and long-term success of a company. However, there are distinct differences between the two metrics. Net ...

This article is part of a continuing series on recurring issues of critical importance to sellers in private company M&A. Previous topics include equity rolls. Net Working Capital (“NWC”) targets and ...

Net working capital (“NWC”) is often a highly scrutinized component in M&A deals and can significantly impact the purchase price. NWC represents the liquidity a company needs to run its day-to-day ...

Gregory Milano is founder and CEO of Fortuna Advisors LLC and author of Curing Corporate Short-Termism, Future Growth vs. Current Earnings. Many executives, especially those with a finance background, ...

Textbooks and financial courses often state that a healthy balance sheet is characterized by, among other things, positive net working capital. Conversely, negative working capital may indicate ...