Service Corporation International (SCI)

Number of days of payables

Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020 Dec 31, 2019
Payables turnover
Number of days of payables days

December 31, 2023 calculation

Number of days of payables = 365 ÷ Payables turnover
= 365 ÷ —
= —

Service Corp. International's number of days of payables has shown some fluctuation over the past five years. In 2023, the company took an average of 24.68 days to pay its suppliers, which is slightly higher than the previous year but lower than the levels seen in 2021 and 2020. This suggests that the company may have slightly extended its payment period to suppliers compared to the previous year.

Analyzing the trend over the five-year period, it indicates that the company has managed to keep its payables turnover relatively stable, with fluctuations within a reasonable range. This indicates that Service Corp. International has been consistent in managing its payables effectively, balancing its relationships with suppliers while also optimizing its working capital management.

Overall, the trend in the number of days of payables for Service Corp. International suggests a disciplined approach to managing its accounts payable, maintaining a balance between managing cash flow and maintaining good relationships with its suppliers.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2023

Company name
Symbol
Number of days of payables
Service Corporation International
SCI
H&R Block Inc
HRB
Unifirst Corporation
UNF
21.37
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YELP
4.65