HNI Corp (HNI)

Inventory turnover

Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
Cost of revenue US$ in thousands 2,330,400 2,352,200 2,263,500 2,105,400 1,898,940
Inventory US$ in thousands 194,300 196,600 180,100 181,600 137,811
Inventory turnover 11.99 11.96 12.57 11.59 13.78

December 31, 2024 calculation

Inventory turnover = Cost of revenue ÷ Inventory
= $2,330,400K ÷ $194,300K
= 11.99

HNI Corp's inventory turnover ratio has shown some fluctuation over the past five years. The ratio decreased from 13.78 in December 31, 2020, to 11.59 in December 31, 2021, signaling that the company took longer to sell its inventory in 2021 compared to the previous year. However, the inventory turnover improved slightly in December 31, 2022, to 12.57, indicating a more efficient use of inventory during that period.

Subsequently, the ratio dipped again to 11.96 in December 31, 2023, before increasing marginally to 11.99 in December 31, 2024. These changes suggest varying levels of inventory management efficiency within HNI Corp over the analyzed period. Overall, during this timeframe, the company has been able to turn over its inventory between 11.59 to 13.78 times a year, with the lowest turnover occurring in 2021. The variations in inventory turnover could be influenced by factors such as sales volume, production levels, demand fluctuations, or inventory management practices within the company.