Zoom Communications (XSWX:ZM) Cash Flow from Operations: CHF1,605 Mil (TTM As of Apr. 2026)

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XSWX:ZM Zoom Communications Inc XSWX:ZM
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What is Zoom Communications Cash Flow from Operations?

Zoom Communications XSWX:ZM +0.07% 85 Cash Flow from Operations is CHF1,605 Mil as of Apr. 2026. GuruFocus rates XSWX:ZM with a GF Score™ of 85/100 and a GF Value™ of CHF65.22. The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review.

Cash flow from operations refers to the cash brought in through a company's normal business operations. It is the cash flow before any investment or financing activities. It is the cash version of net income.

For the three months ended in Apr. 2026, Zoom Communications's Net Income From Continuing Operations was CHF335 Mil. Its Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization was CHF26 Mil. Its Change In Working Capital was CHF-42 Mil. Its cash flow from deferred tax was CHF18 Mil. Its Cash from Discontinued Operating Activities was CHF0 Mil. Its Asset Impairment Charge was CHF0 Mil. Its Stock Based Compensation was CHF141 Mil. And its Cash Flow from Others was CHF-67 Mil. In all, Zoom Communications's Cash Flow from Operations for the three months ended in Apr. 2026 was CHF411 Mil.


Zoom Communications  (XSWX:ZM) Cash Flow from Operations Explanation

For companies reported in indirect method, cash flow from operations contains six items:

1. Net Income From Continuing Operations:
Net Income From Continuing Operations indicates the net income that a firm brings in from ongoing business activities. These activities are expected to continue into the next reporting period. It excludes extraordinary items, income from the cumulative effects of accounting changes, non-recurring items, income from tax loss carry forward, and preferred dividends.

Zoom Communications's net income from continuing operations for the three months ended in Apr. 2026 was CHF335 Mil.

2. Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization:
Depreciation is a present expense that accounts for the past cost of an asset that is now providing benefits.
Depletion and amortization are synonyms for depreciation.
Generally:
The term depreciation is used when discussing man made tangible assets
The term depletion is used when discussing natural tangible assets
The term amortization is used when discussing intangible assets

Zoom Communications's depreciation, depletion and amortization for the three months ended in Apr. 2026 was CHF26 Mil.

3. Change In Working Capital:
Working Capital is a measure of a company's short term liquidity or its ability to cover short term liabilities. It is defined as the difference between a company's current assets and current liabilities. Changes in Working Capital is reported in the cash flow statement since it is one of the major ways in which net income can differ from operating cash flow.

Zoom Communications's change in working capital for the three months ended in Apr. 2026 was CHF-42 Mil. It means Zoom Communications's working capital declined by CHF42 Mil from Jan. 2026 to Apr. 2026 .

4. Deferred Tax:
It is the cash flow generated from deferred tax.

Zoom Communications's cash flow from deferred tax for the three months ended in Apr. 2026 was CHF18 Mil.

5. Cash from Discontinued Operating Activities:
Net cash from all of the entity's discontinued operating activities.

Zoom Communications's cash from discontinued operating Activities for the three months ended in Apr. 2026 was CHF0 Mil.

6. Asset Impairment Charge:
It is the charge against earnings resulting from the aggregate write down of all assets from their carrying value to their fair value.

Zoom Communications's asset impairment charge for the three months ended in Apr. 2026 was CHF0 Mil.

7. Stock Based Compensation:
It is a way corporations use stock options to reward employees. It provides executives and employees the opportunity to share in the growth of the company and, if structured properly, can align their interests with the interests of the company's shareholders and investors, without burning the company's cash on hand.

Zoom Communications's stock based compensation for the three months ended in Apr. 2026 was CHF141 Mil.

8. Cash Flow from Others:
These are cash differences caused by the change of inventory, accounts payable, accounts receivable etc. For instance, if a company pays its suppliers slower, its cash position will build up faster. If a company receives payments from its customers slower, its account receivables will rise, and its cash position will grow more slowly (or even shrink).

Zoom Communications's cash flow from others for the three months ended in Apr. 2026 was CHF-67 Mil.


Zoom Communications Cash Flow from Operations Related Terms


Zoom Communications Cash Flow from Operations Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Zoom Communications's Cash Flow from Operations can be seen below:

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Zoom Communications Cash Flow from Operations Chart

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Zoom Communications Cash Flow from Operations Calculation

Cash flow from operations refers to the cash brought in through a company's normal business operations. It is the cash flow before any investment or financing activities. It is the cash version of net income.

Zoom Communications's Cash Flow from Operations for the fiscal year that ended in Jan. 2026 is calculated as:

Zoom Communications's Cash Flow from Operations for the quarter that ended in Apr. 2026 is:


Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was CHF1,605 Mil.

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

What does a Cash Flow from Operations of CHF1,605 Mil mean?
Zoom Communications (XSWX:ZM) has a Cash Flow from Operations of CHF1,605 Mil as of Apr. 2026. Cash Flow from Operations is the amount of cash earned or paid from standard business operations. View historical data for Zoom Communications and its competitors.
Is Zoom Communications' Cash Flow from Operations too high?
Zoom Communications' current Cash Flow from Operations is CHF1,605 Mil. Overall, Zoom Communications has a GF Score™ of 85/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Zoom Communications' Cash Flow from Operations compare to FICO and TEAM?
Zoom Communications' Cash Flow from Operations of CHF1,605 Mil can be compared against companies in the Software industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Cash Flow from Operations for a Software company?
A good Cash Flow from Operations depends on the Software industry context. However, Cash Flow from Operations should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Cash Flow from Operations mean?
A high Cash Flow from Operations can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Cash Flow from Operations is the amount of cash earned or paid from standard business operations. View historical data for Zoom Communications and its competitors. Zoom Communications's current Cash Flow from Operations is CHF1,605 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Zoom Communications stock overvalued right now?
Zoom Communications (XSWX:ZM) has a current Cash Flow from Operations of CHF1,605 Mil. The stock's GF Value™ is CHF65.22, compared to a current price of CHF85.08 — trading 30.5% above its estimated fair value. The current Cash Flow from Operations is CHF1,605 Mil. Zoom Communications' overall GF Score™ is 85/100 with 6 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Cash Flow from Operations calculated?
Cash Flow from Operations is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Zoom Communications (XSWX:ZM), the current Cash Flow from Operations is CHF1,605 Mil as of Apr. 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is Zoom Communications (XSWX:ZM) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Zoom Communications stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of CHF85.08 is trading 30.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of CHF65.22.

Key valuation signals for XSWX:ZM:

  • Cash Flow from Operations: CHF1,605 Mil
  • GF Value™: CHF65.22 vs. price of CHF85.08 (30.5% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 85/100 with 6 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the XSWX:ZM stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Zoom Communications Business Description

Address 55 Almaden Boulevard, 6th Floor, San Jose, CA, USA, 95113
Zoom Communications provides a video-first communications platform that connects people through frictionless video, voice, chat, and content sharing. The company's cloud-native platform enables video experiences and connects users across various devices and locations in a single meeting. Zoom has launched a variety of communications-related solutions, including Zoom Phone and Zoom Contact Center. The firm was founded in 2011 and serves companies of all sizes from all industries around the world.
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