Thor Industries Inc (THO)

Payables turnover

Jul 31, 2024 Apr 30, 2024 Jan 31, 2024 Oct 31, 2023 Jul 31, 2023 Apr 30, 2023 Jan 31, 2023 Oct 31, 2022 Jul 31, 2022 Apr 30, 2022 Jan 31, 2022 Oct 31, 2021 Jul 31, 2021 Apr 30, 2021 Jan 31, 2021 Oct 31, 2020 Jul 31, 2020 Apr 30, 2020 Jan 31, 2020 Oct 31, 2019
Cost of revenue (ttm) US$ in thousands 9,620,270 9,809,700 9,912,950 10,031,480 10,536,870 11,413,180 12,844,310 14,047,210 14,780,650 14,592,860 13,636,660 12,674,410 11,410,160 10,289,570 8,701,570 8,096,640 7,791,680 7,811,250 8,599,190 7,902,220
Payables US$ in thousands 628,134 802,000 762,095 748,922 736,275 793,977 639,440 675,665 822,449 1,029,300 1,002,640 1,055,340 915,045 1,033,030 803,496 753,106 636,506 411,917 614,464 569,844
Payables turnover 15.32 12.23 13.01 13.39 14.31 14.37 20.09 20.79 17.97 14.18 13.60 12.01 12.47 9.96 10.83 10.75 12.24 18.96 13.99 13.87

July 31, 2024 calculation

Payables turnover = Cost of revenue (ttm) ÷ Payables
= $9,620,270K ÷ $628,134K
= 15.32

The payables turnover ratio for Thor Industries Inc has been fluctuating over the past years, indicating variability in the company's ability to manage its payables effectively.

The ratio saw a peak value of 20.79 in October 2022, suggesting that, on average, the company converted its accounts payable nearly 21 times during that period. This indicates a strong ability to efficiently pay off its suppliers within a short timeframe. However, the ratio declined in subsequent periods before increasing again.

Overall, the upward and downward trends in the payables turnover ratio reflect changes in the company's payment practices and relationships with suppliers. A higher ratio may suggest favorable credit terms negotiated with suppliers, while a lower ratio could indicate extended payment periods or a less efficient management of payables. Monitoring this ratio over time is essential to assess the company's liquidity management and supplier relationships effectively.


Peer comparison

Jul 31, 2024

Company name
Symbol
Payables turnover
Thor Industries Inc
THO
15.32
Winnebago Industries Inc
WGO
19.87