Seagate Technology PLC (STX)

Receivables turnover

Jun 30, 2024 Mar 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Sep 30, 2023 Jun 30, 2023 Mar 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Sep 30, 2022 Jun 30, 2022 Mar 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Sep 30, 2021 Jun 30, 2021 Mar 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020 Sep 30, 2020 Jun 30, 2020 Mar 31, 2020 Dec 31, 2019 Sep 30, 2019
Revenue (ttm) US$ in thousands 6,190,000 6,009,000 6,218,000 6,761,000 7,384,000 8,572,000 9,529,000 10,569,000 11,661,000 12,023,000 11,956,000 11,473,000 10,681,000 10,176,000 10,173,000 10,250,000 10,509,000 10,379,000 9,968,000 9,979,000
Receivables US$ in thousands 539,000 457,000 593,000 630,000 788,000 994,000 840,000 1,098,000 1,532,000 1,399,000 1,158,000
Receivables turnover 11.48 13.15 10.49 10.73 9.37 8.62 11.34 9.63 7.61 8.55 9.22

June 30, 2024 calculation

Receivables turnover = Revenue (ttm) ÷ Receivables
= $6,190,000K ÷ $539,000K
= 11.48

The receivables turnover ratio for Seagate Technology PLC has displayed fluctuations over the past few quarters. In the most recent quarter, the ratio stood at 11.48, indicating that the company converted its accounts receivables into cash 11.48 times during the period. This was an improvement from the previous quarter's ratio of 13.15 but higher than the ratios recorded in the three quarters before that.

A higher receivables turnover ratio generally reflects a more efficient credit and collection process, as the company is able to collect its outstanding receivables more quickly. However, it is essential to consider industry benchmarks and historical trends to fully assess the effectiveness of Seagate's accounts receivables management.

The quarterly variance in the receivables turnover ratio may be influenced by factors such as sales seasonality, changes in credit policies, or shifts in customer payment behavior. It is worth noting the absence of data for certain quarters, which may indicate irregular reporting or data availability.

Overall, continuous monitoring of the receivables turnover ratio is essential for evaluating Seagate's liquidity, operational efficiency, and credit risk management practices.


Peer comparison

Jun 30, 2024

Company name
Symbol
Receivables turnover
Seagate Technology PLC
STX
11.48
NetApp Inc
NTAP
6.16
Pure Storage Inc
PSTG
4.60
Western Digital Corporation
WDC
6.03