Newell Brands Inc (NWL)

Working capital turnover

Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
Revenue US$ in thousands 7,582,000 8,133,000 9,459,000 10,589,000 9,385,000
Total current assets US$ in thousands 2,775,000 3,354,000 4,052,000 4,262,000 4,628,000
Total current liabilities US$ in thousands 2,437,000 2,897,000 3,078,000 3,317,000 3,621,000
Working capital turnover 22.43 17.80 9.71 11.21 9.32

December 31, 2024 calculation

Working capital turnover = Revenue ÷ (Total current assets – Total current liabilities)
= $7,582,000K ÷ ($2,775,000K – $2,437,000K)
= 22.43

The working capital turnover of Newell Brands Inc has shown an increasing trend over the five-year period from 2020 to 2024. The ratio has improved from 9.32 in 2020 to 22.43 in 2024, indicating that the company's efficiency in generating revenue from its working capital has significantly strengthened. This suggests that Newell Brands Inc is utilizing its working capital more effectively to support its operations and drive sales. The ratio peaking in 2024 at 22.43 may imply a notable enhancement in the company's operational efficiency and management of its current assets and liabilities. It is noteworthy that working capital turnover ratios above industry norms may indicate that the company is efficiently managing its working capital to generate sales.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2024