The Manning Company has financial statements as shown next, which are representative of the companys historical average. The firm is expecting a 30 percent increase in sales next year, and management is concerned about the companys need for external funds. The increase in sales is expected to be carried out without any expansion of fixed assets, but rather through more efficient asset utilization in the existing store. Among liabilities, only current liabilities vary directly with sales. Income Statement Sales $ 200,000 Expenses 149,600 Earnings before interest and taxes $ 50,400 Interest 9,200 Earnings before taxes $ 41,200 Taxes 17,200 Earnings after taxes $ 24,000 Dividends $ 6,000 Balance Sheet Assets Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity Cash $ 6,000 Accounts payable $ 22,900 Accounts receivable 55,000 Accrued wages 2,300 Inventory 69,000 Accrued taxes 4,800 Current assets $ 130,000 Current liabilities $ 30,000 Fixed assets 87,000 Notes payable 9,200 Long-term debt 26,000 Common stock 126,000 Retained earnings 25,800 Total assets $ 217,000 Total liabilities and stockholders' equity $ 217,000

Using the percent-of-sales method, determine whether the company has external financing needs, or a surplus of funds. (Hint: A profit margin and payout ratio must be found from the income statement.) (Do not round intermediate calculations.)