Walmart Inc (WMT)

Number of days of payables

		Jan 31, 2024	Jan 31, 2023	Jan 31, 2022	Jan 31, 2021	Jan 31, 2020
Payables turnover		8.63	8.63	7.76	8.55	8.40
Number of days of payables	days	42.31	42.30	47.02	42.67	43.45

January 31, 2024 calculation

Number of days of payables = 365 ÷ Payables turnover
= 365 ÷ 8.63
= 42.31

Walmart Inc's number of days of payables has shown some variability over the past five years. As of January 31, 2024, the company's number of days of payables stood at 42.31 days, which is slightly higher compared to the previous year. In general, the trend in the number of days of payables has been relatively stable, with fluctuations within a narrow range. This indicates that the company typically takes around 42-47 days to pay its suppliers and vendors for goods or services received. Maintaining a consistent number of days of payables can have implications for the company's working capital management and cash flow position. It would be advisable for Walmart Inc to further analyze its payables process and ensure efficient management to optimize cash flow and supplier relationships.