Union Pacific Corporation (UNP)

Days of sales outstanding (DSO)

Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
Receivables turnover 12.94 11.19 12.78 12.05 12.98
DSO days 28.20 32.62 28.57 30.30 28.12

December 31, 2024 calculation

DSO = 365 ÷ Receivables turnover
= 365 ÷ 12.94
= 28.20

The days of sales outstanding (DSO) for Union Pacific Corporation have shown some fluctuations over the years based on the provided data.

As of December 31, 2020, the DSO stood at 28.12 days, indicating that on average, it took the company approximately 28 days to collect its accounts receivable.

By December 31, 2021, the DSO had increased to 30.30 days, suggesting a slight delay in the collection of receivables compared to the previous year.

The DSO then decreased to 28.57 days by December 31, 2022, showing an improvement in the efficiency of accounts receivable collection.

However, there was a notable increase in the DSO to 32.62 days by December 31, 2023, indicating a longer period required to collect receivables, which might be a concern for the company's liquidity and cash flow management.

Finally, as of December 31, 2024, the DSO decreased to 28.20 days, signaling a return to a more efficient collection of accounts receivable compared to the previous year.

Overall, the trend in Union Pacific Corporation's days of sales outstanding reflects variations in the company's ability to manage its accounts receivable effectively, with attention needed to address any significant increases in DSO that could impact cash flow and working capital management.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2024

Company name
Symbol
DSO
Union Pacific Corporation
UNP
28.20
CSX Corporation
CSX
36.63
Norfolk Southern Corporation
NSC
32.19

See also:

Union Pacific Corporation Average Receivable Collection Period