Comcast Corp (CMCSA)

Days of sales outstanding (DSO)

		Dec 31, 2024	Dec 31, 2023	Dec 31, 2022	Dec 31, 2021	Dec 31, 2020
Receivables turnover		9.06	8.80	9.58	9.69	9.03
DSO	days	40.30	41.47	38.09	37.66	40.41

December 31, 2024 calculation

DSO = 365 ÷ Receivables turnover
= 365 ÷ 9.06
= 40.30

To analyze Comcast Corp's days of sales outstanding (DSO) over the years, we observe a decreasing trend from 40.41 days as of December 31, 2020, to 37.66 days as of December 31, 2021. This decrease suggests an improvement in the company's ability to collect payments from customers, indicating more efficient working capital management.

However, in the subsequent years, the DSO slightly increased to 38.09 days by December 31, 2022, and further to 41.47 days by December 31, 2023. This uptick may indicate potential challenges in collecting receivables promptly, possibly due to changes in customer payment behaviors or business conditions.

By December 31, 2024, the DSO decreased to 40.30 days, showing a fluctuating pattern. Overall, while the company experienced some fluctuations in DSO levels, it is essential for Comcast Corp to monitor and manage its accounts receivable effectively to maintain healthy cash flow and enhance operational efficiency.