Vail Resorts Inc (MTN)

Working capital turnover

Jul 31, 2024 Jul 31, 2023 Jul 31, 2022 Jul 31, 2021 Jul 31, 2020
Revenue US$ in thousands 2,885,190 2,889,360 2,525,910 1,909,710 1,963,700
Total current assets US$ in thousands 911,361 1,208,110 1,791,530 1,745,590 665,088
Total current liabilities US$ in thousands 1,113,310 1,130,700 1,110,850 978,401 603,465
Working capital turnover 37.33 3.71 2.49 31.87

July 31, 2024 calculation

Working capital turnover = Revenue ÷ (Total current assets – Total current liabilities)
= $2,885,190K ÷ ($911,361K – $1,113,310K)
= —

The trend of Vail Resorts Inc's working capital turnover over the past five years indicates a significant increase in efficiency in managing its working capital. The working capital turnover ratio has improved from 2.49 in July 2021 to 37.33 in July 2023, signifying a substantial enhancement in utilizing its current assets to generate revenue.

This improvement suggests that the company has been more successful in efficiently managing its working capital resources in recent years compared to the previous period. A higher working capital turnover ratio indicates that the company is generating more revenue for each dollar of working capital invested, reflecting better liquidity management and operational efficiency.

The significant rise in the working capital turnover ratio from 2.49 in July 2021 to 37.33 in July 2023 could suggest that Vail Resorts Inc has implemented more effective inventory and accounts receivable management strategies, leading to a faster turnover of its current assets. This enhanced efficiency can contribute to improved cash flow and profitability for the company.

Overall, the trend in Vail Resorts Inc's working capital turnover ratio is positive, reflecting the company's efforts to optimize its working capital utilization and operational performance, ultimately enhancing its financial health and sustainable growth prospects.


Peer comparison

Jul 31, 2024