Darling Ingredients Inc (DAR)

Inventory turnover

Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020 Dec 31, 2019
Cost of revenue US$ in thousands 6,220,070 5,896,350 4,209,050 3,455,270 3,273,180
Inventory US$ in thousands 758,739 673,621 457,465 405,922 362,957
Inventory turnover 8.20 8.75 9.20 8.51 9.02

December 31, 2023 calculation

Inventory turnover = Cost of revenue ÷ Inventory
= $6,220,070K ÷ $758,739K
= 8.20

The inventory turnover ratio for Darling Ingredients Inc has been relatively stable over the past five years, ranging from 8.20 to 9.20. This indicates that the company is efficiently managing its inventory levels and converting them into sales. A higher inventory turnover ratio signifies that Darling Ingredients is selling its products more quickly, which can help prevent obsolescence and reduce storage costs. The slight fluctuations in the ratio over the years may reflect changes in demand, pricing, or inventory management policies within the company. Overall, the consistent and relatively high inventory turnover suggests effective inventory management practices at Darling Ingredients Inc.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2023

Company name
Symbol
Inventory turnover
Darling Ingredients Inc
DAR
8.20
Archer-Daniels-Midland Company
ADM
7.23
Bunge Limited
BG
7.96