Trinity Industries Inc (TRN)

Cash conversion cycle

Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
Days of inventory on hand (DOH) days 72.09 101.69 142.73 136.04 77.72
Days of sales outstanding (DSO) days
Number of days of payables days
Cash conversion cycle days 72.09 101.69 142.73 136.04 77.72

December 31, 2024 calculation

Cash conversion cycle = DOH + DSO – Number of days of payables
= 72.09 + — – —
= 72.09

The cash conversion cycle of Trinity Industries Inc has shown fluctuations over the past five years. In December 2020, the company's cash conversion cycle was 77.72 days, indicating that it took approximately 77 days to convert its investments in inventory and accounts receivable into cash.

However, by the end of 2021, the cash conversion cycle increased significantly to 136.04 days, suggesting a longer period for Trinity Industries Inc to convert its operating assets into cash. This may be attributed to issues such as slower collections on accounts receivable or higher inventory levels.

The trend continued in 2022, with the cash conversion cycle further elongating to 142.73 days, indicating potential challenges in managing working capital efficiently within the company.

In 2023, Trinity Industries Inc managed to reduce its cash conversion cycle to 101.69 days, implying an improvement in its operational efficiency in converting assets into cash compared to the previous year.

By the end of 2024, Trinity Industries Inc's cash conversion cycle decreased further to 72.09 days, potentially signaling enhanced working capital management and a more streamlined process in converting its operational investments into cash.

Overall, the fluctuating trend in Trinity Industries Inc's cash conversion cycle over the years reflects the company's ability to effectively manage its working capital and operational efficiency. It is essential for the company to closely monitor and optimize its cash conversion cycle to ensure sustainable financial performance and liquidity management.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2024

Company name
Symbol
Cash conversion cycle
Trinity Industries Inc
TRN
72.09
Greenbrier Companies Inc
GBX
98.87
Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corp
WAB
82.63