Arcosa Inc (ACA)

Days of inventory on hand (DOH)

Dec 31, 2024 Sep 30, 2024 Jun 30, 2024 Mar 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Sep 30, 2023 Jun 30, 2023 Mar 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Sep 30, 2022 Jun 30, 2022 Mar 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Sep 30, 2021 Jun 30, 2021 Mar 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020 Sep 30, 2020 Jun 30, 2020 Mar 31, 2020
Inventory turnover 5.71 5.53 4.86 4.73 4.64 4.99 5.09 5.55 5.76 5.59 6.12 5.10 5.15 4.68 4.55 5.27 5.61 5.34 4.82 4.82
DOH days 63.93 66.02 75.07 77.18 78.67 73.08 71.65 65.76 63.33 65.31 59.69 71.60 70.92 77.97 80.16 69.32 65.03 68.37 75.70 75.69

December 31, 2024 calculation

DOH = 365 ÷ Inventory turnover
= 365 ÷ 5.71
= 63.93

The Days of Inventory on Hand (DOH) for Arcosa Inc has fluctuated over the periods analyzed. The trend indicates that the company was carrying inventory for around 75 days in March 2020, which decreased to 59.69 days by June 2022, before increasing again to 78.67 days by December 2023. For the most recent period analyzed in December 2024, the DOH stands at 63.93 days.

This variability in inventory turnover can suggest changes in the company's inventory management efficiency and sales trends. A lower DOH reflects better inventory turnover, indicating potential quicker sales or more efficient inventory management practices. Conversely, a higher DOH may signal excess inventory levels, which could tie up working capital and increase holding costs.

A thorough analysis of the factors driving these fluctuations in inventory turnover would be essential to understand the company's operational efficiency, liquidity, and potential risks related to inventory management.

Overall, monitoring the Days of Inventory on Hand is crucial for assessing Arcosa Inc's ability to manage inventory levels effectively and optimize working capital utilization.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2024

Company name
Symbol
DOH
Arcosa Inc
ACA
63.93
Proto Labs Inc
PRLB
16.17
Valmont Industries Inc
VMI
60.44