Ciena Corp (CIEN)

Receivables turnover

Oct 28, 2023 Oct 29, 2022 Oct 30, 2021 Oct 31, 2020 Oct 31, 2017
Revenue US$ in thousands 4,386,550 3,632,660 3,620,680 3,532,160 2,801,690
Receivables US$ in thousands 1,037,280 944,798 903,366 741,386 633,887
Receivables turnover 4.23 3.84 4.01 4.76 4.42

October 28, 2023 calculation

Receivables turnover = Revenue ÷ Receivables
= $4,386,550K ÷ $1,037,280K
= 4.23

The receivables turnover ratio for CIENA Corp. has shown some fluctuations over the past five years. The ratio indicates the efficiency with which the company is able to collect outstanding receivables from its customers. A higher ratio is generally preferred as it suggests a quicker turnover of receivables and efficient management of credit sales.

The receivables turnover ratio for CIENA Corp. was 3.69 in 2023, which demonstrates an improvement compared to the previous year's ratio of 3.30. This indicates that the company was able to collect receivables more frequently during the most recent year. However, it's important to note that this ratio has still not reached the levels observed in 2019 and 2020, when the ratios were 4.74 and 4.27 respectively, suggesting that the company's efficiency in collecting receivables was higher during those periods.

Overall, it's essential for CIENA Corp. to continue monitoring and managing its receivables turnover effectively to ensure timely collection of outstanding receivables, which in turn can enhance the company's cash flow and overall financial stability.


Peer comparison

Oct 28, 2023

Company name
Symbol
Receivables turnover
Ciena Corp
CIEN
4.23
Fabrinet
FN
4.87