Green Plains Renewable Energy Inc (GPRE)

Payables turnover

Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
Cost of revenue US$ in thousands 2,328,350 3,103,840 3,525,010 2,625,110 1,812,160
Payables US$ in thousands 154,817 186,643 234,301 146,063 140,058
Payables turnover 15.04 16.63 15.04 17.97 12.94

December 31, 2024 calculation

Payables turnover = Cost of revenue ÷ Payables
= $2,328,350K ÷ $154,817K
= 15.04

The payables turnover for Green Plains Renewable Energy Inc has been showing a positive trend over the years, reflecting the company's ability to efficiently manage its accounts payable.

In 2020, the payables turnover ratio was 12.94, indicating that the company was able to turn over its payables approximately 12.94 times during the year. This ratio improved significantly to 17.97 in 2021, suggesting that the company was able to better manage its suppliers and payment processes.

Although there was a slight decrease in 2022 to 15.04, the ratio bounced back to 16.63 in 2023, indicating that the company continued to effectively manage its payables. By 2024, the payables turnover ratio remained at 15.04, indicating a stable performance in this area.

Overall, the increasing trend in payables turnover from 2020 to 2021 followed by relatively stable levels in the subsequent years demonstrates Green Plains Renewable Energy Inc's efficiency in paying its suppliers and managing its working capital effectively.