How much cash did Bb.Q Chicken use in investing activities in 2023?
Bb_Q_Chicken Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| 2024 | 2023 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Cash flows from investing activities: | |||
| Acquisition of new fixed assets | (437,360) | (611,641) | |
| Acquisition of intangible assets | (173,901) | (9,350) | |
| Increase/Decrease in loans to others | (308,836) | (230,916) | |
| Increase/Decrease in other receivables | (198,295) | (11,103) | |
| Increase/Decrease in security deposits | (274,094) | (10,708) | |
| Net cash used in investing activities | (1,392,486) | (873,718) |
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 62–283)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Bb.Q Chicken's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the company used $873,718 in net cash for investing activities during 2023. This figure represents the net outflow of cash resulting from investments made by Bb.Q Chicken during that year. These investments include the acquisition of new fixed assets, intangible assets, loans to others, and security deposits.
Specifically, Bb.Q Chicken's investing activities included the acquisition of new fixed assets totaling $611,641 and the acquisition of intangible assets amounting to $9,350. Additionally, the company saw an increase in loans to others of $230,916 and an increase in security deposits of $10,708. These transactions collectively contributed to the overall cash used in investing activities.
Prospective franchisees should consider these figures in the context of Bb.Q Chicken's overall financial health and investment strategy. Understanding how the company allocates its capital can provide insights into its growth plans and potential returns for franchisees. It's also important to compare these figures with previous years and industry benchmarks to assess the company's investment trends and performance.