Hi, I am looking for help in analysing the cash flow statement below. According to the instruction.

Operating Activities * Discuss the trend in the cash flows from operating activities.

How could the company improve their ability to generate cash flow internally?

The analysis should be structured in the following manner: your observation of a specific item, an indication of whether this observation is favorable or unfavorable, and then a detailed explanation of your rationale (why).

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