Arcosa Inc (ACA)
Days of sales outstanding (DSO)
| Dec 31, 2023 | Dec 31, 2022 | Dec 31, 2021 | Dec 31, 2020 | Dec 31, 2019 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Receivables turnover | 6.46 | 6.71 | 6.55 | 7.44 | 8.68 | |
| DSO | days | 56.48 | 54.39 | 55.71 | 49.07 | 42.03 |
December 31, 2023 calculation
DSO = 365 ÷ Receivables turnover
= 365 ÷ 6.46
= 56.48
The days of sales outstanding (DSO) for Arcosa Inc have shown a fluctuating trend over the past five years. The DSO increased from 42.03 days in 2019 to 49.07 days in 2020, indicating a slower collection of accounts receivable. However, there was a slight improvement in 2021 with DSO decreasing to 55.71 days, only to decrease further to 54.39 days in 2022. In the most recent period of Dec 31, 2023, the DSO increased to 56.48 days.
Overall, the DSO trend suggests some variability in the company's ability to collect outstanding receivables efficiently. A higher DSO may indicate potential challenges in the collection process and could lead to cash flow issues if not managed effectively. Further analysis of the company's accounts receivable management and credit policies may be warranted to address any underlying issues influencing the DSO metric.
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Dec 31, 2023