MillerKnoll Inc (MLKN)

Number of days of payables

May 31, 2025 May 31, 2024 Jun 3, 2023 May 31, 2023 May 31, 2022
Payables turnover 9.15 14.63 9.86 7.30
Number of days of payables days 39.89 24.96 37.02 49.98

May 31, 2025 calculation

Number of days of payables = 365 ÷ Payables turnover
= 365 ÷ —
= —

The analysis of MillerKnoll Inc.'s days of payables over the provided periods indicates notable fluctuations within the review timeframe. As of May 31, 2022, the company maintained an average of approximately 50 days of payables, reflecting a relatively extended payment period to suppliers. By May 31, 2023, this metric decreased to around 37 days, suggesting an improvement in the company’s accounts payable management and possibly indicating earlier payments or renegotiated payment terms.

A further reduction is observed slightly later, with June 3, 2023, recording approximately 25 days, which signifies a significant shortening in the payable cycle. Such a decrease could reflect strategic efforts to expedite supplier payments or an improved liquidity position. Subsequently, by May 31, 2024, the days of payables risen again to nearly 40 days, indicating a possible easing of payment terms or changes in vendor relationships.

The data for May 31, 2025, is unavailable, precluding a conclusive trend analysis beyond 2024. Overall, the pattern reveals periods of both contraction and expansion in the days payable outstanding, which could be influenced by factors such as working capital management strategies, supplier negotiation dynamics, or changes in operational cash flow requirements. The fluctuations suggest a variable approach to managing trade payables, with strategic adjustments likely aimed at optimizing liquidity and supplier relationships.