Cash Flow Statement
Quarterly Data
The cash flow statement provides information about a company cash receipts and cash payments during an accounting period, showing how these cash flows link the ending cash balance to the beginning balance shown on the company balance sheet.
The cash flow statement consists of three parts: cash flows provided by (used in) operating activities, cash flows provided by (used in) investing activities, and cash flows provided by (used in) financing activities.
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2025-06-30), 10-Q (reporting date: 2025-03-31), 10-Q (reporting date: 2024-12-31), 10-Q (reporting date: 2024-09-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2024-06-30), 10-Q (reporting date: 2024-03-31), 10-Q (reporting date: 2023-12-31), 10-Q (reporting date: 2023-09-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-06-30), 10-Q (reporting date: 2023-03-31), 10-Q (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-Q (reporting date: 2022-09-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-06-30), 10-Q (reporting date: 2022-03-31), 10-Q (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-Q (reporting date: 2021-09-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-06-30), 10-Q (reporting date: 2021-03-31), 10-Q (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-Q (reporting date: 2020-09-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-06-30), 10-Q (reporting date: 2020-03-31), 10-Q (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-Q (reporting date: 2019-09-30).
- Net Income
- The net income exhibits notable volatility over the examined periods but shows a general upward trajectory. Following relatively stable levels in 2019, there was a significant dip in the March 31, 2020 quarter, potentially reflective of external disruptions. From mid-2020 onwards, net income climbed consistently, peaking markedly in the September 30, 2021 quarter. After a decline in late 2021 and early 2022, it recovered again, demonstrating resilience and growth through 2023 into 2025, with a significant peak expected around June 30, 2025.
- Impairment of Goodwill and Purchased Intangible Assets
- There are sporadic and sizeable impairment charges, particularly a substantial impairment recorded in March 31, 2020, that stands out as an anomaly compared to other periods. Later impairments appear less frequent but include large amounts again in late 2024 and early 2025, indicating episodic write-downs of intangible assets.
- Depreciation and Amortization
- Depreciation and amortization expenses remain relatively stable across quarters, with a slight upward trend over time, indicating consistent capital asset usage and possible acquisitions or investments enhancing the asset base.
- Unrealized Foreign Exchange (Gain) Loss and Other
- This line item fluctuates significantly, showing alternating gains and losses across quarters. The volatility suggests exposure to foreign currency movements and related financial instruments, impacting earnings variably over time.
- Stock-Based Compensation Expense
- The stock-based compensation expense demonstrates a gradual increase over the time frame, rising notably from mid-2021 onward. This increase may correspond to expanded employee incentives or changes in equity compensation arrangements.
- Deferred Income Taxes
- Deferred income taxes display substantial volatility, with both significant positive and negative values. Large negative spikes, such as in June 30, 2021, and periods in 2022, indicate fluctuating tax impacts, possibly related to timing differences, tax law changes, or adjustments to tax assets and liabilities.
- Accounts Receivable and Inventories
- Accounts receivable record pronounced swings between positive and negative values, reflecting significant variability in collections or sales timing. Similarly, inventories present major fluctuations, with large decreases and increases suggesting changes in inventory management or production cycles impacted by demand and supply chain factors.
- Accounts Payable
- Accounts payable also exhibit variability, with some quarters showing strong increases and others decreases, indicative of shifting payment cycles or procurement patterns.
- Deferred System and Service Revenue
- Deferred revenues exhibit considerable fluctuations, alternating between positive and negative values. This pattern points to variability in the timing of revenue recognition and possibly changes in contract structures or customer payment schedules.
- Other Liabilities
- Other liabilities show high variability, with several large positive and negative swings, indicating episodic adjustments possibly related to contingent liabilities or other miscellaneous obligations.
- Net Cash Provided by Operating Activities
- Operating cash flow remains generally strong across the periods, with substantial increases in several quarters, including a peak in September 2021. Despite some decreases, the company consistently generates positive cash flows from operations, highlighting operational robustness.
- Net Cash Used in Investing Activities
- Investing activities cash flows are generally negative, reflecting persistent capital expenditures and acquisitions. Notable outflows occurred during 2021–2023, including sizeable purchases of securities and investments alongside capital expenditures. Occasional positive values indicate proceeds from asset sales or maturities of securities.
- Capital Expenditures
- Capital expenditures remain consistently high and somewhat cyclical, with peaks corresponding to certain quarters such as late 2021 and 2024. This steady level of investment suggests ongoing development of infrastructure and equipment.
- Purchases and Proceeds from Sale of Securities
- Purchases of available-for-sale and equity securities are substantial and generally increase over time, indicating increased investment activities. Proceeds from the sale and maturity of securities also fluctuate significantly, with some large spikes, revealing active portfolio management.
- Net Cash Used in Financing Activities
- Financing cash flows have been consistently negative, reflecting substantial common stock repurchases, dividend payments, and debt repayments. The timing and magnitude of repurchases and dividends indicate a strong focus on shareholder value return, though occasional positive values in late 2023 and early 2024 hint at borrowing or capital injections.
- Dividends and Stock Repurchases
- Dividends paid show a steady increase over time, consistent with an increasing payout policy. Stock repurchases demonstrate substantial amounts regularly, peaking late 2021 and 2022, then fluctuating but remaining high, confirming an ongoing strategy to reduce outstanding shares.
- Effect of Exchange Rate Changes on Cash and Cash Equivalents
- The effect of foreign exchange on cash balances shows sporadic positive and negative impacts, underlining exposure to currency risk and translation effects on cash holdings.
- Summary of Cash Position Trends
- Overall, the net increase/decrease in cash and cash equivalents shows high volatility but generally positive movements in many periods, including large inflows in mid-2020 and late 2023. The cash position reflects the cumulative effect of operational strength, investing activities, and financing decisions.