Clearway Energy Inc Class C (CWEN)

Days of sales outstanding (DSO)

Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
Receivables turnover 7.78 8.93 8.38
DSO days 46.93 40.87 43.53

December 31, 2024 calculation

DSO = 365 ÷ Receivables turnover
= 365 ÷ —
= —

The days of sales outstanding (DSO) is a measure that indicates the average number of days it takes for a company to collect payments from its customers after making a sale. Looking at the historical trend for Clearway Energy Inc Class C's DSO:

- As of December 31, 2020, the DSO stood at 43.53 days.
- By December 31, 2021, the DSO decreased to 40.87 days, indicating an improvement in collecting payments from customers more efficiently.
- However, by December 31, 2022, the DSO increased to 46.93 days, suggesting a potential delay in collecting receivables compared to the previous period.

Unfortunately, the data for December 31, 2023, and December 31, 2024, is missing ("- days"). Without this information, it is challenging to gauge any further trends or make a conclusive assessment of the company's ability to collect payments in the upcoming years.

In general, a decreasing DSO is favorable as it implies faster collection of receivables, which can improve cash flow and liquidity. Conversely, an increasing DSO may indicate inefficiencies in the company's credit policies or potential issues in collecting payments timely. Monitoring DSO over time can provide insights into the effectiveness of Clearway Energy Inc Class C's accounts receivable management.