Church & Dwight Company Inc (CHD)

Payables turnover

Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
Cost of revenue US$ in thousands 3,317,000 3,279,400 3,125,600 2,926,600 2,681,600
Payables US$ in thousands 705,100 630,600 666,700 663,800 588,100
Payables turnover 4.70 5.20 4.69 4.41 4.56

December 31, 2024 calculation

Payables turnover = Cost of revenue ÷ Payables
= $3,317,000K ÷ $705,100K
= 4.70

The payables turnover ratio for Church & Dwight Company Inc has shown a mixed trend over the past five years. Starting at 4.56 in December 2020, the ratio decreased slightly to 4.41 in December 2021. However, it then increased to 4.69 in December 2022, further rising to 5.20 in December 2023, indicating the company is managing its payables more efficiently during these periods. However, in December 2024, the ratio dropped to 4.70.

A higher payables turnover ratio suggests that the company is paying off its suppliers more quickly, which could indicate stronger cash flow management or negotiating better payment terms. It is important to assess this ratio in conjunction with other financial metrics to gain a more comprehensive view of the company's liquidity and financial health.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2024

Company name
Symbol
Payables turnover
Church & Dwight Company Inc
CHD
4.70
Ecolab Inc
ECL
8.63
Procter & Gamble Company
PG
4.33
Stepan Company
SCL
9.44