InvoiceBerry Tips for for Freelancers & Small Businesses 9 Most Important Financial Numbers Explained | Page 5

2. Net Income Also known as net profit or net earnings, your net income is very much related to your cash flow. This is a good indicator of how your business is doing, as it will help determine if you need to adjust your business, or if you are on the right path. Your income – expenses (including taxes) = net income Knowing this number will help you determine the financial position of your business.