MGE Energy Inc (MGEE)

Working capital turnover

Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
Revenue US$ in thousands 676,944 690,431 714,519 606,584 538,633
Total current assets US$ in thousands 227,265 238,197 243,480 199,371 209,519
Total current liabilities US$ in thousands 125,563 157,156 225,062 117,847 190,926
Working capital turnover 6.66 8.52 38.79 7.44 28.97

December 31, 2024 calculation

Working capital turnover = Revenue ÷ (Total current assets – Total current liabilities)
= $676,944K ÷ ($227,265K – $125,563K)
= 6.66

MGE Energy Inc's working capital turnover has fluctuated over the past five years, indicating varying efficiency in managing its working capital. The ratio was highest at 38.79 on December 31, 2022, suggesting that the company generated $38.79 in revenue for every dollar of working capital invested during that period.

However, the ratio significantly reduced to 6.66 on December 31, 2024, signaling a decline in efficiency in utilizing working capital to generate sales revenue. This may imply potential issues with managing current assets and liabilities effectively.

Overall, the trend in MGE Energy Inc's working capital turnover highlights the importance of closely monitoring working capital efficiency to ensure optimal utilization of resources and sustainable business operations.