Cable One Inc (CABO)
Working capital turnover
| Dec 31, 2024 | Dec 31, 2023 | Dec 31, 2022 | Dec 31, 2021 | Dec 31, 2020 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | US$ in thousands | 1,579,540 | 1,678,080 | 1,706,040 | 1,605,840 | 1,325,230 |
| Total current assets | US$ in thousands | 279,235 | 342,378 | 346,705 | 500,953 | 672,813 |
| Total current liabilities | US$ in thousands | 213,872 | 202,837 | 244,155 | 269,075 | 221,582 |
| Working capital turnover | 24.17 | 12.03 | 16.64 | 6.93 | 2.94 |
December 31, 2024 calculation
Working capital turnover = Revenue ÷ (Total current assets – Total current liabilities)
= $1,579,540K ÷ ($279,235K – $213,872K)
= 24.17
The working capital turnover of Cable One Inc has shown a significant upward trend over the past five years. Starting at 2.94 in December 31, 2020, the company's efficiency in utilizing its working capital increased to 6.93 by December 31, 2021, demonstrating an improvement in its operational efficiency. This trend continued with a substantial increase to 16.64 by December 31, 2022, indicating that Cable One Inc is utilizing its working capital more effectively to generate sales.
However, there was a slight decrease in the working capital turnover to 12.03 by December 31, 2023, suggesting a temporary slowdown in the company's operational efficiency. Nonetheless, Cable One Inc quickly rebounded, reaching a new high of 24.17 by December 31, 2024, showcasing a strong performance in converting its working capital into revenue.
Overall, Cable One Inc's working capital turnover ratio reflects a positive trend, indicating the company's ability to efficiently manage its working capital and generate sales, with a notable surge in effectiveness in the most recent year.
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Dec 31, 2024