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Sample Financial Projection (3 Year Forecast) – Coffee Shop Business

This is a sample financial projection for a fictional coffee shop business called “Coffee Corner.” Remember, actual figures will vary depending on your specific business plan.

Assumptions

  • Year 1: Opening year with initial investment and ramp-up period.
  • Sales growth of 10% per year in Years 2 and 3.
  • Rent and other fixed costs remain constant.
  • Variable costs (cost of goods sold) are 30% of revenue.
  • Payroll and other operating expenses increase 5% per year.

Income Statement

Year Revenue Cost of Goods Sold Gross Profit Operating Expenses Net Income
1 $200,000 $60,000 $140,000 $120,000 $20,000
2 $220,000 $66,000 $154,000 $126,000 $28,000
3 $242,000 $72,600 $169,400 $132,300 $37,100

Balance Sheet (Year-End Figures)

Year Assets Liabilities Owner’s Equity
1 $300,000 (Initial Investment + Inventory) $200,000 (Loan) $100,000
2 $320,000 (Cash + Inventory + Equipment) $180,000 (Loan Paydown) $140,000
3 $342,400 (Cash + Inventory + Equipment) $160,000 (Loan Paydown) $182,400

Cash Flow Statement

Year Cash Inflow (Revenue) Cash Outflow (Expenses) Net Cash Flow
1 $200,000 $240,000 (Expenses + Loan Payment) -$40,000
2 $220,000 $234,600 (Expenses + Loan Payment) -$14,600
3 $242,000 $228,440 (Expenses + Loan Payment) $13,560

Notes:

  • This is a simplified example and does not include all potential financial elements.
  • You can expand this model to include additional details such as loan terms, depreciation schedules, and break-even analysis.
  • Financial projections are best created using spreadsheet software like Excel or Google Sheets.

Remember: Financial projections are a tool to help you plan and assess the financial viability of your business. Regularly review and update your projections as your business progresses.