General Mills Inc (GIS)

The data provided indicates substantial fluctuations in the Days of Sales Outstanding (DSO) for General Mills Inc over the analyzed periods. In late May 2023, the DSO was notably high at approximately 313.87 days, suggesting potential issues with receivables collection or extended credit terms during that period. A notable decline is observed shortly afterward, with the DSO decreasing dramatically to around 36.58 days by the end of May 2023, indicating a significant improvement in the company's receivables management or changes in credit policies.

By late May 2024, the DSO remains relatively stable but elevated compared to the subsequent period, recorded at approximately 303.81 days, reflecting a possible return to longer collection cycles or sustained credit risks. Conversely, by the end of May 2024, the DSO drops again to about 35.63 days, aligning closely with the earlier lower levels and pointing toward renewed efficiency in receivables collection or a strategic tightening of credit terms.

Looking ahead to May 2025, the DSO appears to marginally decline further to approximately 33.64 days. This downward trend suggests a continued improvement in the company's accounts receivable management, reflecting either more efficient collection processes, stricter credit policies, or a higher proportion of sales being cash-based.

Overall, the data reveals significant periods of fluctuation but an apparent stabilization and improvement in the company's collection cycle in the more recent years. The generally low DSO figures in the later periods imply efficient receivables management, which is positive for the company's liquidity position, although the extremely high DSO figures from May 2023 warrant further investigation to understand underlying causes such as temporary operational issues or changes in credit policy.

Peer comparison

May 31, 2025