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.
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Salesforce Inc., consolidated cash flow statement (quarterly data)
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Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2026-01-31), 10-Q (reporting date: 2025-10-31), 10-Q (reporting date: 2025-07-31), 10-Q (reporting date: 2025-04-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2025-01-31), 10-Q (reporting date: 2024-10-31), 10-Q (reporting date: 2024-07-31), 10-Q (reporting date: 2024-04-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2024-01-31), 10-Q (reporting date: 2023-10-31), 10-Q (reporting date: 2023-07-31), 10-Q (reporting date: 2023-04-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-01-31), 10-Q (reporting date: 2022-10-31), 10-Q (reporting date: 2022-07-31), 10-Q (reporting date: 2022-04-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-01-31), 10-Q (reporting date: 2021-10-31), 10-Q (reporting date: 2021-07-31), 10-Q (reporting date: 2021-04-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-01-31), 10-Q (reporting date: 2020-10-31), 10-Q (reporting date: 2020-07-31), 10-Q (reporting date: 2020-04-30).
The financial statement information reveals fluctuating cash flows over the observed period. Net income demonstrates significant volatility, ranging from negative values to substantial positive figures, particularly between 2020 and 2025. Operating activities generally provide a net cash inflow, though the magnitude varies considerably quarter to quarter. Investing and financing activities exhibit more pronounced fluctuations, often offsetting each other's impact on overall cash position.
- Operating Activities
- Net cash provided by operating activities generally increased from US$1.859 billion in April 2020 to US$6.476 billion in January 2026, although with substantial quarterly variations. A notable dip occurred in July 2021, with only US$386 million provided by operations. Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities are consistently positive and substantial, indicating significant non-cash items impacting the cash flow from operations. Depreciation and amortization, stock-based compensation, and amortization of capitalized costs consistently contribute to these adjustments.
- Investing Activities
- Net cash used in investing activities is consistently negative, driven by purchases of marketable securities and strategic investments. Sales of these investments provide offsetting inflows, but purchases generally outweigh sales. Capital expenditures remain relatively stable, consistently utilizing cash. A significant outflow occurred in July 2021, primarily due to business combinations, consuming US$11.054 billion in cash.
- Financing Activities
- Net cash flow from financing activities is highly variable. Significant inflows are observed in some periods, largely attributable to proceeds from debt issuance, particularly in July 2021 (US$8.440 billion). However, substantial outflows are also present, primarily from repurchases of common stock and repayments of debt. Dividend payments also represent a consistent, though smaller, cash outflow. Slack Convertible Notes repayments also contributed to outflows in late 2021 and early 2022.
- Key Trends & Observations
- A substantial increase in net income is observed in the latter half of the period, particularly from 2023 onwards. This is accompanied by increased cash provided by operating activities. The company frequently engages in significant stock repurchase programs, as evidenced by consistent negative cash flow from this activity. Fluctuations in accounts receivable are substantial, indicating potential variations in collection periods or significant changes in sales terms. Unearned revenue also demonstrates considerable volatility, suggesting changes in subscription models or contract terms. The effect of exchange rate changes is relatively minor, though it does introduce some variability.
Overall, the cash flow statement indicates a company with substantial operating cash generation capacity, but also one that actively manages its capital structure through debt, equity repurchases, and strategic investments. The significant fluctuations in various line items suggest a dynamic business environment and active financial management.