Mettler-Toledo International Inc (MTD)

Days of inventory on hand (DOH)

Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020 Dec 31, 2019
Inventory turnover 4.01 3.65 3.73 4.31 4.62
DOH days 91.04 100.03 97.85 84.59 78.99

December 31, 2023 calculation

DOH = 365 ÷ Inventory turnover
= 365 ÷ 4.01
= 91.04

The days of inventory on hand (DOH) for Mettler-Toledo International, Inc. have shown a fluctuating trend over the past five years. In 2023, the company reported a DOH of 91.04 days, which marks a decrease from the previous year. This could suggest an improvement in inventory management efficiency as the company held inventory for a shorter period in 2023 compared to 2022.

Comparing to 2021 and 2020, the DOH also decreased in 2023. The trend indicates a potential focus on streamlining operations to minimize inventory holding costs and increase inventory turnover.

In 2019, the DOH was at 78.99 days, showing a gradual increase over the following years. This could indicate a shift in inventory management strategies or changes in demand patterns affecting the company's inventory levels.

Overall, analyzing the DOH metric provides insights into how efficiently Mettler-Toledo International, Inc. is managing its inventory levels and may signal improvements or areas that require further optimization within the company's supply chain operations.


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Dec 31, 2023