Graphic Packaging Holding Company (GPK)

Working capital turnover

Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
Revenue US$ in thousands 8,807,000 9,428,000 9,440,000 7,156,000 6,560,000
Total current assets US$ in thousands 2,784,000 2,845,000 2,706,000 2,502,000 2,020,000
Total current liabilities US$ in thousands 1,903,000 2,589,000 1,933,000 2,049,000 1,856,000
Working capital turnover 10.00 36.83 12.21 15.80 40.00

December 31, 2024 calculation

Working capital turnover = Revenue ÷ (Total current assets – Total current liabilities)
= $8,807,000K ÷ ($2,784,000K – $1,903,000K)
= 10.00

The working capital turnover for Graphic Packaging Holding Company has shown variability over the years. The ratio decreased from 40.00 in December 31, 2020, to 15.80 in December 31, 2021, indicating a decline in the efficiency of utilizing working capital to generate revenue. This trend continued as the ratio further dropped to 12.21 in December 31, 2022. However, there was a significant improvement in December 31, 2023, with a working capital turnover of 36.83, suggesting a positive uptrend in utilizing working capital effectively. Nevertheless, the ratio decreased again to 10.00 by the end of December 31, 2024, signifying a decline in efficiency. Overall, close monitoring and further analysis of working capital management practices are recommended to enhance operational efficiency and optimize financial performance.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2024

Company name
Symbol
Working capital turnover
Graphic Packaging Holding Company
GPK
10.00
Packaging Corp of America
PKG
3.88
Smurfit WestRock plc
SW
Sonoco Products Company
SON
7.80