Trex Company Inc (TREX)

Inventory turnover

Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
Cost of revenue US$ in thousands 846,176 819,033 844,285 921,976 647,596
Inventory US$ in thousands 207,282 107,089 141,355 83,753 68,238
Inventory turnover 4.08 7.65 5.97 11.01 9.49

December 31, 2024 calculation

Inventory turnover = Cost of revenue ÷ Inventory
= $846,176K ÷ $207,282K
= 4.08

The inventory turnover ratio for Trex Company Inc has shown fluctuations over the years. In 2020, the company had an inventory turnover of 9.49 times, indicating that its inventory was sold and replaced nearly 9.49 times during the year. The ratio increased to 11.01 in 2021, suggesting a more efficient management of inventory.

However, there was a significant decline in 2022, where the inventory turnover ratio dropped to 5.97, signaling a decrease in the company's ability to sell and replace inventory quickly. This could potentially lead to excess inventory levels or slow-moving stock.

In 2023, the ratio slightly improved to 7.65, but it still remained lower than the levels seen in 2020 and 2021. This implies that Trex Company Inc may still be facing challenges in effectively managing its inventory levels.

The most concerning trend was observed in 2024, with a sharp decrease in inventory turnover to 4.08. This indicates a substantial decrease in the company's ability to efficiently sell and restock inventory, potentially leading to liquidity and profitability issues.

Overall, the analysis of Trex Company Inc's inventory turnover reveals fluctuations in the efficiency of managing its inventory levels over the years, with a downward trend raising potential concerns about the company's operational performance and financial health.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2024

Company name
Symbol
Inventory turnover
Trex Company Inc
TREX
4.08
Koppers Holdings Inc
KOP
5.00
Louisiana-Pacific Corporation
LPX
5.91