Sturm Ruger & Company Inc (RGR)

Payables turnover

Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020 Dec 31, 2019
Cost of revenue US$ in thousands 410,148 415,757 451,179 377,427 310,958
Payables US$ in thousands 11,100 13,281 12,209 12,796 8,339
Payables turnover 36.95 31.30 36.95 29.50 37.29

December 31, 2023 calculation

Payables turnover = Cost of revenue ÷ Payables
= $410,148K ÷ $11,100K
= 36.95

The payables turnover ratio for Sturm, Ruger & Co., Inc. has fluctuated over the past five years. In 2023, the company's payables turnover ratio was 36.95, indicating that the company paid off its accounts payable approximately 36.95 times during the year. This is an improvement from the prior year, where the ratio was 31.30.

A higher payables turnover ratio generally indicates that a company is effectively managing its accounts payable and is paying off its suppliers more frequently. This could signify strong supplier relationships and potentially favorable credit terms.

However, it's important to note that a very high payables turnover ratio could also suggest that a company is overly aggressive in managing its payables, possibly straining relationships with suppliers or risking cash flow issues.

Overall, Sturm, Ruger & Co., Inc.'s payables turnover ratio has shown variability but has generally been at healthy levels over the past five years, indicating efficient management of accounts payable. Further analysis of the company's financial performance and cash flow management would provide a more comprehensive understanding of its overall financial health.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2023

Company name
Symbol
Payables turnover
Sturm Ruger & Company Inc
RGR
36.95
Axon Enterprise Inc.
AXON
12.56
National Presto Industries Inc
NPK
7.15
Vista Outdoor Inc
VSTO
16.53