Scotts Miracle-Gro Company (SMG)

Payables turnover

Sep 30, 2024 Sep 30, 2023 Sep 30, 2022 Sep 30, 2021 Sep 30, 2020
Cost of revenue US$ in thousands 3,321,100 3,632,600 4,302,400 4,272,900 3,621,900
Payables US$ in thousands 254,700 271,200 422,600 609,400 391,000
Payables turnover 13.04 13.39 10.18 7.01 9.26

September 30, 2024 calculation

Payables turnover = Cost of revenue ÷ Payables
= $3,321,100K ÷ $254,700K
= 13.04

The payables turnover of Scotts Miracle-Gro Company has been relatively stable in recent years. The ratio indicates how many times during the year the company pays off its accounts payable.

In 2024, the payables turnover decreased slightly to 13.04, compared to 13.39 in 2023. This decline suggests that the company took slightly longer to pay off its suppliers in 2024. However, it is still a relatively high turnover rate, indicating efficient management of accounts payable.

Compared to 2022 and 2021, where the payables turnover was 10.18 and 7.01, respectively, the company has shown improvement in managing its payables efficiently. In 2020, the payables turnover was at 9.26, showing a slight increase in 2024.

Overall, the trend in payables turnover for Scotts Miracle-Gro Company reflects a strong ability to manage its accounts payable effectively, ensuring timely payments to suppliers.


Peer comparison

Sep 30, 2024

Company name
Symbol
Payables turnover
Scotts Miracle-Gro Company
SMG
13.04
CF Industries Holdings Inc
CF
35.84
The Mosaic Company
MOS
9.84