Monro Muffler Brake Inc (MNRO)

Payables turnover

Mar 31, 2024 Mar 31, 2023 Mar 31, 2022 Mar 31, 2021 Mar 31, 2020
Cost of revenue US$ in thousands 40,201 42,897 44,328 37,372 33,812
Payables US$ in thousands 251,940 261,724 131,989 112,378 99,504
Payables turnover 0.16 0.16 0.34 0.33 0.34

March 31, 2024 calculation

Payables turnover = Cost of revenue ÷ Payables
= $40,201K ÷ $251,940K
= 0.16

The payables turnover ratio for Monro Muffler Brake Inc has remained relatively consistent over the past five years. It was 0.16 in both 2024 and 2023, indicating that the company takes approximately 0.16 years, or around 59 days, to pay off its accounts payable. This suggests that the company has a consistent payment pattern in settling its obligations to suppliers.

Comparing the most recent data to earlier years, there has been a notable decline in the payables turnover ratio from 0.34 in 2022 to 0.16 in 2024. This could be an indication that Monro Muffler Brake Inc is taking longer to settle its payables, potentially signaling a shift in its payment policies or liquidity constraints.

Overall, a lower payables turnover ratio could point towards a less efficient management of trade credit, potentially impacting relationships with suppliers or the company's ability to take advantage of trade discounts. Further analysis of the company's cash flow management and working capital practices may reveal additional insights into the reasons behind the trend in payables turnover.


Peer comparison

Mar 31, 2024

Company name
Symbol
Payables turnover
Monro Muffler Brake Inc
MNRO
0.16
Mister Car Wash Inc
MCW
5.43