Service Corporation International (SCI)

Inventory turnover

Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020 Dec 31, 2019
Cost of revenue US$ in thousands 3,007,970 2,954,060 2,820,070 2,519,070 2,470,200
Inventory US$ in thousands 33,597 31,740 25,935 23,929 25,118
Inventory turnover 89.53 93.07 108.74 105.27 98.34

December 31, 2023 calculation

Inventory turnover = Cost of revenue ÷ Inventory
= $3,007,970K ÷ $33,597K
= 89.53

Service Corp. International's inventory turnover has seen a decreasing trend over the past five years, with the ratio declining from 98.34 in 2019 to 89.53 in 2023. This indicates that the company is selling its inventory at a slower rate compared to previous years. A high inventory turnover ratio is generally preferred as it signifies efficient management of inventory levels and quick conversion of inventory into sales. However, the decreasing trend in inventory turnover may suggest potential issues such as overstocking, slow-moving inventory, or declining sales, which could impact the company's profitability and liquidity. It would be important for Service Corp. International to further investigate the factors contributing to the decrease in inventory turnover and take appropriate actions to optimize its inventory management practices.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2023

Company name
Symbol
Inventory turnover
Service Corporation International
SCI
89.53
H&R Block Inc
HRB
Unifirst Corporation
UNF
9.99
Yelp Inc
YELP