Donaldson Company Inc (DCI)

The data indicates fluctuations in the number of days Donaldson Company Inc. takes to pay its suppliers over the period from July 31, 2021, to July 31, 2025.

As of July 31, 2021, the accounts payable period was approximately 56.99 days, suggesting that the company extended its payments to suppliers over nearly two months. This period slightly decreased to 55.18 days by July 31, 2022, reflecting a marginally quicker payment cycle. However, by July 31, 2023, the payables period further declined to 49.02 days, indicating a trend toward more prompt settlements of liabilities within the year.

Subsequently, the payables period increased again by July 31, 2024, to approximately 59.90 days. This rebound suggests a lengthening of the time taken to settle accounts payable, potentially indicating a strategic shift to extend payment terms or liquidity considerations. By July 31, 2025, the period slightly decreased to 55.95 days but remained elevated relative to the 2023 figure.

Overall, the company's accounts payable days show variability across the observed years, with periods of both shortening and lengthening. These fluctuations may reflect changes in supplier credit policies, cash flow management strategies, or broader economic conditions impacting the company's liquidity and working capital management.