Advances in Managerial Auditing Research
Vol. 4 No. 3 (2026): June - September

Analysis of the Cash Flow Statement as a Tool for Strategic Decision-Making: A Case Study of PT Telkom Indonesia for the 2022–2024 Period

Nur Muhamad Hamka (Universitas Kebangsaan Republik Indonesia, Bandung, Indonesia)
Shira Raigung Renata (Universitas Kebangsaan Republik Indonesia, Bandung, Indonesia)
Qisty Saufa Abadi (Universitas Kebangsaan Republik Indonesia, Bandung, Indonesia)
Tri Ceysha Nur Wahyuni (Universitas Kebangsaan Republik Indonesia, Bandung, Indonesia)
Asri Sundari (Universitas Kebangsaan Republik Indonesia, Bandung, Indonesia)



Article Info

Publish Date
09 Aug 2026

Abstract

Purpose: This study aims to analyze the cash flow trends of PT Telkom Indonesia (Persero) Tbk from 2022 to 2024 and assess their relationship to strategic decisions based on the company’s documentary evidence. Research Method: The research employed a descriptive case study using a mixed-methods approach based on document analysis. Analysis of changes and cash flow ratios was integrated with content analysis of financial statements, annual reports, sustainability reports, and the company’s official disclosures. Results and Discussion: Operating cash flow remained positive, but in 2023–2024 it had not yet returned to 2022 levels. In 2024, a decline in fixed asset purchases boosted free cash flow, dividend payments increased, and the composition of debt receipts and payments changed. These findings indicate changes in cash capacity and allocation, but do not prove that the cash flow statement directly determines investment, financing, or dividend decisions. Implications: Cash flow analysis must be combined with information on earnings, financial position, financial statement notes, and management’s discussion and analysis to evaluate the company’s decisions properly. Originality: This study integrates numerical analysis and documentary evidence and distinguishes financial indicators from direct evidence of decision-making.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

AMAR

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Subject

Economics, Econometrics & Finance

Description

Founded in 2023, Advances in Managerial Auditing Research publishes original research that promises to advance our understanding of auditing over diverse topics and research methods. This Journal welcomes research of significance across a wide range of primary and applied research methods, including ...