What is Working Capital?
What is Working Capital?
Working capital is a fundamental concept in the financial management of your business. It represents the financial resources necessary to maintain daily operations. Did you know that understanding and properly managing working capital is crucial to ensuring the liquidity and financial stability of your business? Let's delve into what working capital is, its importance, how to calculate it, and strategies to manage it effectively.
2. How is Working Capital Defined?
Working capital, also known as operating capital, is defined as the difference between your business's current assets and current liabilities. Have you wondered what it includes? Current assets include cash, accounts receivable, inventory, and other assets expected to be converted into cash within a year. On the other hand, current liabilities include accounts payable, short-term debt, and other obligations that must be paid within the same period.
3. Why is Working Capital Important?
Liquidity and Solvency: Did you know that working capital is an indication of your business's liquidity? An adequate amount ensures you can meet your short-term financial obligations without facing liquidity issues.
Operational Continuity: Do you want to keep your business operations running smoothly without interruptions? Maintaining an adequate level of working capital allows for the purchase of raw materials, payment of wages, and management of other operating expenses.
Financial Flexibility: Are you looking for flexibility to seize investment or expansion opportunities? Good working capital management provides you with that flexibility without needing to resort to external financing.
Credibility and Trust: Did you know that a business with sufficient working capital is perceived as financially healthy? This can facilitate better credit terms and business conditions with investors, creditors, and suppliers.
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4. What Types of Working Capital Loans Are Available?
Capifinders offers three main working capital products, designed to cover different needs:
Term Loan
A short- to medium-term loan that covers business needs over periods of 6 to 18 months. It provides capital quickly when cash flow is low and offers shorter payments than traditional loans. These loans have an annualized rate (APR) and fixed payments that can be weekly, biweekly, or monthly.
Line of Credit
A line of credit is a revolving financing option, meaning you only pay for what you use, and once repaid, the amount becomes available again. You can manage the amounts and usage periods, paying only for the capital used and the time of use. Payments are monthly with an annualized rate (APR).
Merchant Cash Advance
This financing is not considered a loan but a purchase of a percentage of future sales of the business in exchange for a set cost based on the risk level. It is managed with simple interest and daily or weekly payments.
Want to know more? Read our guide: 5 Keys to Understanding Working Capital Loans
Do You Need Urgent Capital?
Capifinders makes accessing financing easy with minimal requirements and simple documentation. Applying does not affect your credit score, you can obtain capital in 24 hours, there are no application fees, the cost of capital is tax-deductible, and no collateral is required.
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