Trinity Industries Inc (TRN)

Payables turnover

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 Jun 30, 2019 Mar 31, 2019
Cost of revenue (ttm) US$ in thousands 2,668,900 2,508,200 2,222,900 1,940,800 1,796,000 1,674,100 1,683,700 1,628,300 1,535,200 1,448,600 1,386,100 1,893,000 2,096,100 2,527,400 2,848,200 2,673,400 2,643,200 2,545,000 2,696,900 2,877,100
Payables US$ in thousands
Payables turnover

December 31, 2023 calculation

Payables turnover = Cost of revenue (ttm) ÷ Payables
= $2,668,900K ÷ $—K
= —

The payables turnover ratio for Trinity Industries, Inc. has shown a fluctuating trend over the past eight quarters. In Q4 2023, the payables turnover ratio reached 8.05, indicating that the company paid off its accounts payable obligations approximately 8.05 times during the quarter. This represents an improvement compared to the previous quarter where the ratio was 7.09.

The trend over the past year shows an overall increasing pattern, with some fluctuations. The payables turnover ratio has been gradually increasing from Q1 2022 (5.32) to Q4 2023 (8.05), suggesting that the company is managing its accounts payable more efficiently.

A higher payables turnover ratio indicates that Trinity Industries, Inc. is paying off its suppliers more quickly, which could be a positive sign of financial health and strong supplier relationships. It may also suggest effective working capital management and a potential reduction in financial risk.

Overall, the increasing trend in the payables turnover ratio for Trinity Industries, Inc. indicates improving efficiency in managing accounts payable over the past year. However, it is important to consider other factors such as industry standards, company-specific circumstances, and overall financial health when interpreting this ratio in isolation.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2023

Company name
Symbol
Payables turnover
Trinity Industries Inc
TRN
Greenbrier Companies Inc
GBX
Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corp
WAB
6.67