Juniper Networks Inc (JNPR)

Inventory turnover

Dec 31, 2023 Sep 30, 2023 Jun 30, 2023 Mar 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Sep 30, 2022 Jun 30, 2022 Mar 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Sep 30, 2021 Jun 30, 2021 Mar 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020 Sep 30, 2020 Jun 30, 2020 Mar 31, 2020 Dec 31, 2019 Sep 30, 2019 Jun 30, 2019 Mar 31, 2019
Cost of revenue (ttm) US$ in thousands 4,041,900 4,072,200 4,020,500 3,931,000 3,820,800 3,690,400 3,536,200 3,479,300 3,429,100 3,455,800 3,389,400 3,283,600 3,198,800 3,092,800 3,072,200 3,093,500 3,098,800 3,032,400 3,048,200 3,067,600
Inventory US$ in thousands 952,400 976,300 925,700 761,500 619,400 519,600 394,900 317,000 272,600 223,200 211,500 259,200 210,200 175,800 123,700 101,700 94,200 93,400 94,300 93,900
Inventory turnover 4.24 4.17 4.34 5.16 6.17 7.10 8.95 10.98 12.58 15.48 16.03 12.67 15.22 17.59 24.84 30.42 32.90 32.47 32.32 32.67

December 31, 2023 calculation

Inventory turnover = Cost of revenue (ttm) ÷ Inventory
= $4,041,900K ÷ $952,400K
= 4.24

Based on the data provided, the inventory turnover for Juniper Networks Inc has been on a declining trend over the past eight quarters. In Q1 2022, the company had an inventory turnover ratio of 6.48, which indicates that their inventory was sold and replaced 6.48 times during that period. However, the ratio has been steadily decreasing since then, reaching a low of 2.48 in Q4 2023.

A decreasing inventory turnover ratio could suggest inefficiencies in managing inventory levels or challenges in selling products at a faster pace. This may lead to issues such as obsolete inventory, storage costs, and potential write-offs. The company may need to reevaluate its inventory management practices to improve operational efficiency and optimize working capital.

It is important for investors and stakeholders to monitor inventory turnover ratios, as they provide insights into a company's ability to manage inventory levels effectively and generate sales from its inventory. The declining trend in Juniper Networks Inc's inventory turnover ratio warrants further investigation and strategic actions to address any underlying issues affecting inventory management and sales performance.


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