United Natural Foods Inc (UNFI)

Inventory turnover

Aug 3, 2024 Jul 29, 2023 Jul 30, 2022 Jul 31, 2021 Aug 1, 2020
Cost of revenue US$ in thousands 26,875,000 26,191,000 24,801,000 23,055,000 22,855,000
Inventory US$ in thousands 2,179,000 2,292,000 2,355,000 2,247,000 2,282,000
Inventory turnover 12.33 11.43 10.53 10.26 10.02

August 3, 2024 calculation

Inventory turnover = Cost of revenue ÷ Inventory
= $26,875,000K ÷ $2,179,000K
= 12.33

United Natural Foods Inc has shown a consistent improvement in its inventory turnover ratio over the past five years, with the ratio increasing from 10.02 in 2020 to 12.33 in 2024. This indicates that the company is more efficient in managing its inventory levels and converting its inventory into sales within a shorter period. A higher inventory turnover ratio generally signifies effective inventory management and optimal sales performance. This trend suggests that United Natural Foods Inc has been able to minimize excess inventory and sell products quickly, potentially leading to improved profitability and cash flow.


Peer comparison

Aug 3, 2024

Company name
Symbol
Inventory turnover
United Natural Foods Inc
UNFI
12.33
Performance Food Group Co
PFGC
15.18
SpartanNash Co
SPTN
14.33
The Chefs Warehouse Inc
CHEF
11.81