Working Capital

Definition

The excess of current assets over current liabilities, representing the short-term liquidity available to a business for its day-to-day operations. Positive working capital indicates good short-term financial health.

Example

"If Current Assets = ₹5 Lakhs and Current Liabilities = ₹3 Lakhs, Working Capital = ₹2 Lakhs, meaning the firm can comfortably pay its short-term debts."

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