ViaSat Inc (VSAT)

Days of sales outstanding (DSO)

Mar 31, 2025 Dec 31, 2024 Sep 30, 2024 Jun 30, 2024 Mar 31, 2024 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
Receivables turnover — 6.75 5.79 5.28 4.56 2.63 5.00 4.37 6.32 7.29 8.61 7.53 7.76 7.39 6.87 6.56 9.45 11.11 9.07 8.51
DSO days — 54.11 62.99 69.12 80.07 138.88 72.99 83.57 57.79 50.08 42.41 48.49 47.04 49.41 53.11 55.65 38.61 32.87 40.22 42.87

March 31, 2025 calculation

DSO = 365 ÷ Receivables turnover
= 365 ÷ —
= —

Based on the historical data provided, ViaSat Inc's Days Sales Outstanding (DSO) has shown fluctuations over time. DSO represents the average number of days it takes for a company to collect payment after making a sale. A lower DSO indicates faster collection of accounts receivable, which is generally favorable as it reflects efficient credit and collection policies.

From June 30, 2020, to September 30, 2022, ViaSat Inc's DSO remained relatively stable, fluctuating within a range of around 40 to 55 days. This suggests a consistent performance in managing accounts receivable during this period.

However, there was a notable increase in DSO from September 30, 2022, to December 31, 2023, with the metric peaking at 138.88 days on December 31, 2023. Such a significant increase may indicate potential issues with the company's credit and collection practices or a slowdown in customer payments.

Subsequently, there was a decrease in DSO from December 31, 2023, to March 31, 2025, with the data indicating a blank entry for March 31, 2025. The reduction in DSO during this period suggests an improvement in the company's accounts receivable collection efficiency.

Overall, it is essential for ViaSat Inc to closely monitor its DSO to ensure consistent and timely collection of accounts receivable, which is crucial for maintaining healthy cash flow and financial stability.