Comfort Systems USA Inc (FIX)

Number of days of payables

Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020 Dec 31, 2019
Payables turnover 10.04 10.07 9.85 11.31 10.77
Number of days of payables days 36.36 36.23 37.04 32.26 33.89

December 31, 2023 calculation

Number of days of payables = 365 ÷ Payables turnover
= 365 ÷ 10.04
= 36.36

The number of days of payables for Comfort Systems USA, Inc. has shown some fluctuation over the past five years. It increased from 32.26 days in 2020 to 37.04 days in 2021 but then decreased to 36.23 days in 2022. In the most recent period, as of December 31, 2023, the number of days of payables stood at 36.36 days.

This ratio indicates the average number of days it takes for the company to pay its outstanding accounts payable. A higher number of days of payables suggests that the company is taking longer to pay its suppliers, which may be beneficial for cash flow management. Conversely, a lower number of days of payables may indicate efficient working capital management but could also signal potential liquidity issues or strained supplier relationships.

In the case of Comfort Systems USA, Inc., the number of days of payables has remained relatively stable over the years, hovering around the mid-30s range. This suggests that the company has been maintaining a consistent approach to managing its accounts payable and supplier relationships. Further analysis and comparison with industry benchmarks would provide additional insights into the company's financial health and operational efficiency related to its payables management.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2023

Company name
Symbol
Number of days of payables
Comfort Systems USA Inc
FIX
36.36
EMCOR Group Inc
EME
32.56
Quanta Services Inc
PWR
37.39