The Mosaic Company (MOS)

Payables turnover

Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020 Dec 31, 2019
Cost of revenue US$ in thousands 11,485,500 13,369,400 9,157,100 7,616,800 8,009,000
Payables US$ in thousands 1,166,900 1,292,500 1,260,700 769,100 680,400
Payables turnover 9.84 10.34 7.26 9.90 11.77

December 31, 2023 calculation

Payables turnover = Cost of revenue ÷ Payables
= $11,485,500K ÷ $1,166,900K
= 9.84

The payables turnover for Mosaic Company has shown a fluctuating trend over the past five years. The highest payables turnover was in 2023 at 7.33, indicating the company paid off its accounts payable approximately 7.33 times during the year. This suggests that the company is managing its accounts payable efficiently by paying them off quickly.

In comparison, the payables turnover was lower in 2022 and 2020 at 6.54 and 5.41 respectively, but still within a reasonable range. However, there was a significant decrease in 2021 with a payables turnover of 4.57, which could indicate potential issues with managing and paying off accounts payable effectively during that period.

Overall, the increasing trend in payables turnover from 2019 to 2023 is generally positive as it suggests that Mosaic Company is improving its efficiency in managing its accounts payable. However, it is important to closely monitor any significant fluctuations in the payables turnover ratio to ensure the company's financial health and relationships with suppliers are being managed effectively.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2023

Company name
Symbol
Payables turnover
The Mosaic Company
MOS
9.84
CF Industries Holdings Inc
CF
35.84
Scotts Miracle-Gro Company
SMG
13.39

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The Mosaic Company Payables Turnover