RPM International Inc (RPM)

Payables turnover

May 31, 2024 May 31, 2023 May 31, 2022 May 31, 2021 May 31, 2020
Cost of revenue US$ in thousands 6,624,430 6,674,070 6,222,310 5,530,120 5,152,730
Payables US$ in thousands 649,650 680,938 800,369 717,176 535,311
Payables turnover 10.20 9.80 7.77 7.71 9.63

May 31, 2024 calculation

Payables turnover = Cost of revenue ÷ Payables
= $6,624,430K ÷ $649,650K
= 10.20

The payables turnover ratio for RPM International Inc has shown a fluctuating trend over the past five years. In particular:

- In 2024, the payables turnover ratio increased to 10.20, indicating that the company is managing its accounts payable more efficiently compared to the previous year.
- In 2023, the ratio was slightly lower at 9.80 but still showed a strong ability to turn over its payables.
- In 2022, there was a notable decrease in the ratio to 7.77, suggesting that the company took longer to pay its suppliers compared to the prior year.
- In 2021, the ratio remained relatively stable at 7.71, indicating consistent payables management.
- In 2020, there was a significant improvement in the payables turnover ratio to 9.63, showcasing a more efficient use of accounts payable.

Overall, the payables turnover ratio for RPM International Inc has demonstrated variations in managing its payables over the years, with improvements seen in some years and slight declines in others. This ratio provides insight into how effectively the company is utilizing its accounts payable to finance its operations and the efficiency of its relationships with suppliers.


Peer comparison

May 31, 2024

Company name
Symbol
Payables turnover
RPM International Inc
RPM
10.20
Axalta Coating Systems Ltd
AXTA
6.25
PPG Industries Inc
PPG
6.06