NV5 Global Inc (NVEE)

Payables turnover

Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020 Dec 31, 2019
Cost of revenue US$ in thousands 775,481 697,278 620,547 595,712 487,482
Payables US$ in thousands 54,865 57,771 55,954 39,989 36,116
Payables turnover 14.13 12.07 11.09 14.90 13.50

December 31, 2023 calculation

Payables turnover = Cost of revenue ÷ Payables
= $775,481K ÷ $54,865K
= 14.13

The payables turnover ratio for NV5 Global Inc has shown a fluctuating trend over the past five years. In 2023, the payables turnover ratio increased to 14.13, indicating that the company took approximately 14.13 times to pay off its accounts payable during the year. This suggests that NV5 Global Inc managed to improve its efficiency in paying its suppliers compared to the previous year.

However, in 2022 and 2021, the payables turnover ratios were 12.07 and 11.09 respectively, showing a decreasing trend in the efficiency in paying off accounts payable. This may indicate that the company took longer to settle its payables during these years.

In 2020, the payables turnover ratio spiked to 14.90, suggesting that NV5 Global Inc significantly improved its payment efficiency compared to the prior year. Similarly, in 2019, the ratio was 13.50, indicating a relatively stable performance in managing its accounts payable.

Overall, the varying payables turnover ratios of NV5 Global Inc over the past five years highlight fluctuations in the company's ability to manage and settle its accounts payable efficiently. It is essential for the company to closely monitor and manage its payables turnover ratio to ensure effective cash flow management and maintain good relationships with its suppliers.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2023

Company name
Symbol
Payables turnover
NV5 Global Inc
NVEE
14.13
Johnson Controls International PLC
JCI
6.02