RBC Bearings Incorporated (RBC)

Days of inventory on hand (DOH)

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 Dec 31, 2019 Sep 30, 2019 Jun 30, 2019
Inventory turnover 1.43 1.40 1.37 1.03 0.69 0.69 0.71 0.91 1.14 0.91 1.02 1.00 1.03 1.13 1.26 1.41 1.55 1.57 1.59 1.62
DOH days 255.48 260.44 266.84 353.96 531.70 531.79 515.04 400.87 321.57 402.78 357.06 364.57 354.53 322.80 288.55 258.37 234.73 232.45 229.09 224.66

March 31, 2024 calculation

DOH = 365 ÷ Inventory turnover
= 365 ÷ 1.43
= 255.48

The days of inventory on hand (DOH) for RBC Bearings Incorporated has exhibited fluctuations over the recent quarters. In the most recent quarter ending March 31, 2024, the company had 255.48 days of inventory on hand, showing a decrease from the previous quarter's DOH of 260.44 days.

Looking at the trend over the past several quarters, it is evident that the DOH reached a peak of 531.79 days in December 2022, followed by a steady decline in subsequent quarters. This reduction in DOH indicates that RBC Bearings may have been more efficient in managing its inventory levels during these periods.

It is essential to observe that a higher DOH generally signifies slower inventory turnover and potentially higher carrying costs for the company. Conversely, a lower DOH suggests faster inventory turnover, which may indicate effective inventory management and alignment with demand patterns.

Overall, while the recent decrease in DOH is a positive sign for RBC Bearings, further monitoring of inventory management practices and their impact on operational efficiency and financial performance will be crucial for the company's continued success.


Peer comparison

Mar 31, 2024

Company name
Symbol
DOH
RBC Bearings Incorporated
RBC
255.48
Timken Company
TKR
109.08