What was the net cash provided by operations for Aunt Millies Bakeries in 2023?
Aunt_Millies_Bakeries Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
----------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------|---------------------------------------| | Net income (loss) | $ 14,199,697 | $ (5,256,940) | | Other comprehensive income (loss) Interest rate swap Change in benefit plans, net | | | | | (281,013) | 307,182 | | | 556,711 | (458,749) | | | 275,698 | (151,567) | | Comprehensive income (loss) | $ 14,475,395 | $ (5,408,507) |
PERFECTION BAKERIES, INC. CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS Years ended September 30, 2023 and 2022
| 2023 | 2022 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cash flows from operations | ||||
| Net income (loss) | $ | 14,199,697 | $ | (5,256,940) |
| Adjustments to reconcile net income (loss) to net cash provided by | , , | |||
| (used for) operations | ||||
| Depreciation and amortization | 8,371,434 | 8,235,893 | ||
| Lease expense | 6,704,501 | - | ||
| Gain from property disposal | (339,370) | (371,313) | ||
| Change in assets and liabilities: | ||||
| Receivables, net | (3,671,470) | (2,874,426) | ||
| Inventories, net | (972,290) | (2,928,397) | ||
| Prepaid expenses | (1,064,138) | (353,554) | ||
| Other assets | (115,533) | 419,033 | ||
| Accounts payable | 1,925,254 | 3,207,295 | ||
| Pension plan withdrawal liability | (507, 177) | (474,913) | ||
| Lease payable | (7,099,381) | - | ||
| Accrued expenses and other liabilities | (508,861) | _ | (4,864,365) | |
| Net cash provided by (used for) operations | 16,922,666 | (5,261,687) | ||
| Cash flows from investing activities | ||||
| Capital expenditures | (6,639,634) | (6,267,927) | ||
| Payments received from notes receivable | 711,589 | 816,239 | ||
| Proceeds received from sale of property | 310,028 | (44,670) | ||
| Net cash used for investing activities | (5,618,017) | (5,496,358) | ||
| Cash flows from financing activities | ||||
| Borrowings on line of credit | 74,936,095 | 68,684,532 | ||
| Payments on line of credit | (80,640,650) | (62,459,825) | ||
| Borrowings on subordinated revolving credit facility | 288,402 | - | ||
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPT (FDD pages 44–196)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Aunt Millies Bakeries's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the net cash provided by operations in 2023 was $16,922,666. This figure represents the cash generated from the company's core business activities during that year. It's a key indicator of the company's financial health and its ability to fund its operations and growth.
This number is derived by starting with the net income of $14,199,697 and then adjusting for various non-cash items and changes in assets and liabilities. These adjustments include depreciation and amortization ($8,371,434), lease expense ($6,704,501), and gain from property disposal ($-339,370). Changes in assets and liabilities, such as receivables, inventories, prepaid expenses, other assets, accounts payable, pension plan withdrawal liability, lease payable and accrued expenses and other liabilities, also impact the net cash provided by operations.
For a prospective franchisee, this indicates Aunt Millies Bakeries had positive cash flow from its operations. This suggests the company is managing its working capital effectively and generating enough cash to cover its operating expenses. A strong operational cash flow can be a positive sign for potential investors and franchisees, as it demonstrates the company's ability to sustain and grow its business.