A good operating cash flow margin varies by industry, the size of a business, and the stage of its development. For example, from 2023 to 2024, Sainsbury’s operating cash flow was £2,041 million, which would be unrealistic for smaller or more specialised retailers.
In order to determine a good operating cash flow margin to aim for, you should carry out market research to determine the norms within your industry, and the operating cash flow benchmarks typical of businesses that are similar to yours.