Cash outflows from financing activities include the payment of cash dividends, the acquisition of treasury stock, and the repayment of amounts borrowed.

Financing Activities

Transactions and events that affect the long-term liabilities and equity of a firm, as reported in the cash flow statement.

Cash Dividends

Profits distributed to shareholders of a company in the form of cash payouts.

Treasury Stock

Shares that were once part of the outstanding shares of a company but were bought back by the company and are held in the company's treasury.