WORKING CAPITAL Definition

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WORKING CAPITAL (WC) is current assets minus current liabilities; also called net current assets or current capital. It measures the margin of protection for current creditors. It reflects the ability to finance current operations.

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PERPETUAL is a fixed income security with no maturity date, such as a preferred stock with no sinking fund.

NET CURRENT ASSETS see WORKING CAPITAL.

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