PPG Industries Inc (PPG)

Days of inventory on hand (DOH)

Dec 31, 2024 Sep 30, 2024 Jun 30, 2024 Mar 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Sep 30, 2023 Jun 30, 2023 Mar 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Sep 30, 2022 Jun 30, 2022 Mar 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Sep 30, 2021 Jun 30, 2021 Mar 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020 Sep 30, 2020 Jun 30, 2020 Mar 31, 2020
Inventory turnover 5.17 4.72 4.68 4.61 5.05 4.89 4.35 4.23 4.88 4.63 4.46 4.41 4.74 4.33 4.06 4.23 4.48 4.63 4.63 4.57
DOH days 70.55 77.40 77.98 79.23 72.25 74.67 83.87 86.29 74.74 78.82 81.75 82.80 77.04 84.33 90.01 86.24 81.43 78.77 78.79 79.94

December 31, 2024 calculation

DOH = 365 ÷ Inventory turnover
= 365 ÷ 5.17
= 70.55

The Days of Inventory on Hand (DOH) for PPG Industries Inc has shown some fluctuations over the last few years. The data indicates that as of December 31, 2024, PPG Industries Inc had an average of 70.55 days of inventory on hand, which decreased from 77.40 days as of September 30, 2024. This reduction in DOH suggests that the company may be managing its inventory more efficiently, possibly through improved inventory management practices such as better demand forecasting or inventory turnover.

However, it is important to note that inventory levels can fluctuate for various reasons, including changes in demand, production capacity, or supply chain disruptions. Hence, monitoring DOH over time is crucial to assess the company's inventory management effectiveness and operational performance. Additionally, comparing these figures with industry benchmarks or historical data from competitors can provide further insights into PPG Industries Inc's inventory management efficiency.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2024

Company name
Symbol
DOH
PPG Industries Inc
PPG
70.55
Axalta Coating Systems Ltd
AXTA
57.26
RPM International Inc
RPM
52.70