What was the net cash provided by (used by) investing activities for Apricot Lane in 2024?
Apricot_Lane Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| 2024 | 2023 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cash flows from investing activities | ||||
| Purchase of equipment and vehicles | (6,821) | (14,826) | ||
| Purchase of marketable securities | (100,000) | - | ||
| Sale of marketable securities | 150,000 | 300,000 | ||
| Net cash provided provided by (used by) investing activities | 43,179 | 285,174 |
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 51–222)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Apricot Lane's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the net cash provided by (used by) investing activities in 2024 was $43,179. This figure reflects the overall cash flow resulting from the company's investments during that year.
Specifically, this net cash flow is calculated from several investing activities. These include the purchase of equipment and vehicles, which resulted in a cash outflow of $6,821, and the purchase of marketable securities, which led to a $100,000 outflow. However, these outflows were offset by the sale of marketable securities, which generated a cash inflow of $150,000.
For a prospective Apricot Lane franchisee, understanding these figures provides insight into how the company manages its investments and generates cash. Positive net cash flow from investing activities, as seen in 2024, can indicate that the company is effectively managing its assets and generating returns from its investments. This information can be useful for franchisees in assessing the financial stability and investment strategies of Apricot Lane.