Sysco Corporation (SYY)

The days of inventory on hand (DOH) for Sysco Corporation demonstrates a consistent declining trend from June 30, 2021, through June 30, 2024, followed by a slight increase in 2025. Specifically, the DOH decreased from 32.16 days in 2021 to 28.76 days in 2022, signifying a reduction of approximately 3.4 days or about 10.5%. This suggests that the company has been effectively managing its inventory levels, potentially improving inventory turnover and operational efficiency during this period.

The downward trend continued into 2023, with the DOH further decreasing to 26.22 days, reflecting an additional reduction of roughly 2.5 days or approximately 8.7% from the previous year. This sustained decrease indicates ongoing efforts to optimize inventory management, likely translating into reduced carrying costs and enhanced liquidity.

In 2024, the DOH experienced a marginal uptick to 26.58 days, an increase of approximately 0.36 days or 1.4%, which could suggest a stabilization or slight adjustment in inventory policy, possibly related to market dynamics or supply chain considerations.

Finally, in 2025, the DOH increased to 27.78 days, a rise of about 1.2 days or roughly 4.5% compared to the previous year. While still lower than the level observed in 2021, this uptick warrants monitoring to determine whether it reflects a strategic change, supply chain disruptions, or market demand fluctuations.

Overall, the trend indicates a deliberate effort by Sysco to reduce inventory levels over recent years, aligning with industry best practices for inventory management, though recent slight increases suggest a need for ongoing oversight to maintain optimal inventory efficiency.

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Jun 30, 2025