ESCO Technologies Inc (ESE)

Receivables turnover

Sep 30, 2024 Sep 30, 2023 Sep 30, 2022 Sep 30, 2021 Sep 30, 2020
Revenue US$ in thousands 1,011,550 947,264 852,649 715,135 728,985
Receivables US$ in thousands 240,680 198,600 164,645 146,341 144,082
Receivables turnover 4.20 4.77 5.18 4.89 5.06

September 30, 2024 calculation

Receivables turnover = Revenue ÷ Receivables
= $1,011,550K ÷ $240,680K
= 4.20

The receivables turnover ratio measures how efficiently a company is able to collect payments from its customers on credit sales. ESCO Technologies Inc's receivables turnover has shown a declining trend over the past five years, decreasing from 5.06 in 2020 to 4.20 in 2024.

A higher receivables turnover ratio is generally preferred as it indicates faster collection from customers. However, the decreasing trend for ESCO Technologies Inc raises concerns about their ability to efficiently collect receivables.

It is important for the company to analyze the reasons behind this trend, such as changes in credit policies, customer payment behavior, or the effectiveness of collection efforts. A declining receivables turnover ratio could potentially lead to liquidity issues if payments are delayed, impacting the company's cash flow and overall financial health. Management should closely monitor and address any factors contributing to this decrease to improve efficiency in receivables management.


Peer comparison

Sep 30, 2024

Company name
Symbol
Receivables turnover
ESCO Technologies Inc
ESE
4.20
Iridium Communications Inc
IRDM
8.62
Lumentum Holdings Inc
LITE
468.59