BWX Technologies Inc (BWXT)

Number of days of payables

Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020 Dec 31, 2019
Payables turnover 14.81 13.22 8.29 8.40 7.97
Number of days of payables days 24.65 27.60 44.03 43.47 45.77

December 31, 2023 calculation

Number of days of payables = 365 ÷ Payables turnover
= 365 ÷ 14.81
= 24.65

The number of days of payables for BWX Technologies Inc has exhibited a declining trend over the past five years, indicating improved efficiency in managing its accounts payable. The company took approximately 24.65 days to pay its creditors in 2023, which is a reduction from 27.60 days in 2022 and a significant improvement from 2019 when it took 45.77 days to settle payables. This suggests that BWX Technologies is now paying its suppliers more quickly, potentially enhancing its relationships with vendors and suppliers. The decreasing trend in days of payables reflects a more effective management of the company's working capital and liquidity position, which could positively impact its overall financial health and operational performance.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2023

Company name
Symbol
Number of days of payables
BWX Technologies Inc
BWXT
24.65
Brunswick Corporation
BC
36.81
Cummins Inc
CMI
60.23