CF Industries Holdings Inc (CF)

Working capital turnover

Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020 Dec 31, 2019
Revenue US$ in thousands 6,631,000 11,186,000 6,538,000 4,124,000 4,590,000
Total current assets US$ in thousands 3,050,000 3,673,000 2,593,000 1,367,000 974,000
Total current liabilities US$ in thousands 800,000 995,000 1,432,000 906,000 665,000
Working capital turnover 2.95 4.18 5.63 8.95 14.85

December 31, 2023 calculation

Working capital turnover = Revenue ÷ (Total current assets – Total current liabilities)
= $6,631,000K ÷ ($3,050,000K – $800,000K)
= 2.95

CF Industries Holdings Inc's working capital turnover has been fluctuating over the past five years. The ratio indicates how efficiently the company is utilizing its working capital to generate sales revenue. A higher turnover ratio is generally considered favorable as it implies that the company is efficiently managing its working capital.

The working capital turnover for CF Industries Holdings Inc has shown a declining trend from 14.85 in 2019 to 2.95 in 2023. This decrease could signify a less efficient use of working capital in generating sales revenue over the years. A lower turnover ratio may indicate potential issues with inventory management, accounts receivable collection, or excessive working capital tied up in the business.

It is important for CF Industries Holdings Inc to closely monitor and improve its working capital turnover ratio to ensure optimal utilization of resources and enhance overall operational efficiency. Further analysis of the company's working capital components and operating activities may reveal specific areas that require attention to improve the ratio in the future.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2023

Company name
Symbol
Working capital turnover
CF Industries Holdings Inc
CF
2.95
Scotts Miracle-Gro Company
SMG
5.40
The Mosaic Company
MOS
15.72