Workday Inc (WDAY)

Number of days of payables

		Jan 31, 2025	Oct 31, 2024	Jul 31, 2024	Apr 30, 2024	Jan 31, 2024	Oct 31, 2023	Jul 31, 2023	Apr 30, 2023	Jan 31, 2023	Oct 31, 2022	Jul 31, 2022	Apr 30, 2022	Jan 31, 2022	Oct 31, 2021	Jul 31, 2021	Apr 30, 2021	Jan 31, 2021	Oct 31, 2020	Jul 31, 2020	Apr 30, 2020
Payables turnover		33.56	47.13	38.52	42.40	40.04	38.56	33.70	25.78	18.29	35.60	42.14	19.65	41.30	45.51	39.28	41.10	25.67	34.64	32.42	52.42
Number of days of payables	days	10.88	7.74	9.48	8.61	9.12	9.46	10.83	14.16	19.96	10.25	8.66	18.58	8.84	8.02	9.29	8.88	14.22	10.54	11.26	6.96

January 31, 2025 calculation

Number of days of payables = 365 ÷ Payables turnover
= 365 ÷ 33.56
= 10.88

The number of days of payables for Workday Inc has exhibited some fluctuations over the periods reported. In the latest available data as of January 31, 2025, Workday Inc took an average of 10.88 days to pay its payables. This represents an increase from the prior period, indicating a potential lengthening in the time taken to settle its obligations.

Looking at the trend, the number of days of payables has varied between 6.96 days and 19.96 days over the historical period provided. The company appears to have effectively managed its payables, with fluctuations occurring but generally maintaining within a reasonable range. It is important to monitor future changes in this ratio as it can indicate potential shifts in the company's payment policies or financial performance.