Ciena Corp (CIEN)

Receivables turnover

Nov 2, 2024 Jul 27, 2024 Apr 27, 2024 Jan 27, 2024 Oct 28, 2023 Jul 29, 2023 Apr 29, 2023 Jan 28, 2023 Oct 29, 2022 Jul 30, 2022 Apr 30, 2022 Jan 29, 2022 Oct 30, 2021 Jul 31, 2021 May 1, 2021 Jan 30, 2021 Oct 31, 2020 Aug 1, 2020 May 2, 2020 Jan 31, 2019
Revenue (ttm) US$ in thousands 4,014,954 4,020,334 4,145,916 4,367,750 4,386,560 4,228,080 4,028,171 3,844,738 3,632,661 3,703,141 3,823,301 3,708,001 3,620,688 3,407,678 3,396,249 3,456,375 3,477,772 3,468,109 3,221,375 2,973,457
Receivables US$ in thousands 954,532 942,359 879,130 886,149 1,037,280 1,015,110 1,077,950 1,079,180 944,798 817,362 789,533 807,198 903,366 896,037 726,124 741,386 781,341
Receivables turnover 4.21 4.27 4.72 4.93 4.23 4.17 3.74 3.56 3.84 4.53 4.84 4.59 4.01 3.80 4.76 4.69 3.81

November 2, 2024 calculation

Receivables turnover = Revenue (ttm) ÷ Receivables
= $4,014,954K ÷ $954,532K
= 4.21

The receivables turnover ratio for Ciena Corp has shown some variability over the periods provided. The ratio indicates how efficiently the company is collecting on its credit sales within a specific period. A higher turnover ratio typically signifies that the company is collecting its accounts receivable more quickly.

Analyzing the data reveals that the receivables turnover ratio fluctuated between 3.56 and 4.93. Generally, the company has maintained a consistent turnover ratio over the periods, with the latest figure being 4.21. This suggests that Ciena Corp is efficient in collecting its accounts receivable, as it turns over its receivables approximately 4 times a year on average.

It is worth noting that the trend of the receivables turnover ratio has been relatively stable, showing minor fluctuations but remaining within a close range. This indicates that the company has been successful in managing its accounts receivable effectively over the periods analyzed.

Overall, based on the historical data provided, Ciena Corp's receivables turnover ratio reflects a healthy and consistent collection process, demonstrating the company's ability to efficiently convert credit sales into cash.


Peer comparison

Nov 2, 2024

Company name
Symbol
Receivables turnover
Ciena Corp
CIEN
4.21
Fabrinet
FN
4.87