Understanding Cash Flows in a Startup

Vinay Nair
Aug 8, 2020
4 min read

Cash Flow is one of the most popular terms used in businesses and valuations. If you’ve watched the famous television show Shark Tank, you would know how Kevin ‘O Leary (a.k.a Mr. Wonderful) always invests in a venture with positive cash flow.

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