Silgan Holdings Inc (SLGN)

Days of sales outstanding (DSO)

Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020 Dec 31, 2019
Receivables turnover 9.70 9.55 7.83 7.77 8.89
DSO days 37.63 38.22 46.64 46.95 41.05

December 31, 2023 calculation

DSO = 365 ÷ Receivables turnover
= 365 ÷ 9.70
= 37.63

Silgan Holdings Inc.'s Days of Sales Outstanding (DSO) has shown a mixed trend over the past five years. The DSO decreased from 45.94 days in 2020 to 36.54 days in 2023, indicating that the company has been able to collect its accounts receivable more efficiently over this period. This improvement suggests stronger cash flow management or possibly more effective credit policies in place.

Although there was a slight increase in DSO from 2019 to 2021, the overall trend seems positive due to the subsequent decrease in the metric. It is important to monitor DSO closely as high DSO levels could indicate potential liquidity issues or inefficiencies in the company's accounts receivable collection process.

In conclusion, Silgan Holdings Inc.'s DSO has shown improvement over the years, reflecting a more efficient collection of accounts receivable, which could positively impact the company's cash flow and overall financial health.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2023

Company name
Symbol
DSO
Silgan Holdings Inc
SLGN
37.63
Ball Corporation
BALL
62.84
Crown Holdings Inc
CCK
54.41