Company / Operating Cash Flow
OPTICAL CABLE CORP Operating Cash Flow History
FY2011-FY2018 · Annual data · Source: SEC filings
At a glance
Latest annual filing availableLatest Operating Cash Flow
$3.2M
FY2018
5-year range
$1.2M / $4.4M
FY2014-FY2018
Trend
+162.4%
vs FY2017
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What the data says
Operating Cash Flow has fluctuated over the past 8 years, ranging from $1M in FY2012 to $4M in FY2016.
Based on SEC 10-K filings.
$3M in FY2018 with a 5-year CAGR of +6.1%.
Declined from $4M to $3M over the past 2 years.
Operating Cash Flow over time
Growth rates
- 3-Year CAGR
- -3.2%
- 5-Year CAGR
- +6.1%
- 10-Year CAGR
- -
Key checks
Key Insights
- 5-year CAGR of +6.1%, indicating consistent growth.
- In FY2018, operating cash flow increased 162.4% year-over-year.
- Peak operating cash flow was recorded in FY2016.
- Lowest operating cash flow in the period was in FY2012.
Company context
Key Data Points
- High earnings quality (cash-backed earnings)
Data sourced from SEC EDGAR filings. Not investment advice.
Annual data
| Year | Operating Cash FlowValue | YoY GrowthYoY |
|---|---|---|
| FY2018 | $3.2M | +162.4% |
| FY2017 | $1.2M | -72.6% |
| FY2016 | $4.4M | +26.1% |
| FY2015 | $3.5M | +75.1% |
| FY2014 | $2.0M | -15.6% |
| FY2013 | $2.4M | +104.4% |
| FY2012 | $1.2M | -58.4% |
| FY2011 | $2.8M | - |
As of FY2018 · SEC 10-K · Updated Jun 28, 2026