glossary

Operating Cycle

The operating cycle is the time taken by a business to purchase or produce goods, sell them, and finally collect cash from customers. It shows how long working capital remains tied up in operations. Understanding the operating cycle is important for liquidity planning, inventory control, and receivables management.

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