Matson Inc (MATX)

Working capital turnover

Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
Revenue US$ in thousands 3,421,800 3,094,600 4,343,000 3,925,300 2,383,300
Total current assets US$ in thousands 609,600 602,300 759,600 704,500 305,900
Total current liabilities US$ in thousands 560,400 562,300 581,600 612,400 511,500
Working capital turnover 69.55 77.36 24.40 42.62

December 31, 2024 calculation

Working capital turnover = Revenue ÷ (Total current assets – Total current liabilities)
= $3,421,800K ÷ ($609,600K – $560,400K)
= 69.55

The working capital turnover for Matson Inc has fluctuated over the past five years. In December 2020, the working capital turnover was not available. However, in December 2021, the ratio was 42.62, indicating that Matson Inc was able to generate $42.62 in revenue for every $1 of working capital invested.

In the following year, December 2022, the working capital turnover decreased to 24.40, suggesting a decrease in the efficiency of utilizing working capital to generate revenue. However, there was a significant improvement in December 2023, with the working capital turnover soaring to 77.36.

In the most recent year, December 2024, the working capital turnover slightly declined to 69.55, still showcasing a strong ability to generate revenue relative to working capital. Overall, the trend in the working capital turnover indicates variability in the efficiency of Matson Inc's working capital management over the years, with notable improvements in some periods and slight decreases in others.