Question

Is there anything notable or interesting in the 2017 Cash Flow Statement of Southwest

Answer 1

Following changes are noticed in the cash flow of Southwest Airlines

1. Cash flow of Southwest Airlines shows that Cash flow from operating activities has decreased in comparison to last year (2016), In spite of the fact that Net Income has increased in comparison to last year.
2. There is more than 100% increase in Accounts Receivables in year 2017.
3. Cash used in Investing Activities has been increased from $ 2.27 Billion last year to $ 2.41 Billion this year.
4. There is an overall decrease in cash during the year in comparison to last two years. Total Bash used this year is $ 185 Million.