Compass Minerals Intl(Cmp) Financials: Receivables Turnover Compared To Industry Average, Plus Other Key Ratios

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Growth Trend (Last 5 Years)

Growth - receivables turnover

This chart shows the historical trend of receivables turnover for CMP compared to its industry average over the recent years.

Ratio Definition and Interpretation

Name: Receivables Turnover

Definition: Receivables turnover tells you how quickly the company collects payments from customers after making sales on credit. A high turnover means customers pay on time and cash flows smoothly. Slow turnover suggests delayed collections, which can create cash shortages and financing stress.

Interpretation:
• In '2022', CMP's receivables turnover was 7.45, showing efficiency in collecting outstanding receivables. Industry average for Mining & Quarrying of Nonmetallic Minerals (No Fuels) in '2022' stood at 4.94.
• In '2023', CMP's receivables turnover was 8.13, showing efficiency in collecting outstanding receivables. The increase since '2022' reflects strengthening financial performance. Industry average for Mining & Quarrying of Nonmetallic Minerals (No Fuels) in '2023' stood at 5.17. Industry average increased by 0.23 compared to previous year.
• In '2024', CMP's receivables turnover was 8.75, showing efficiency in collecting outstanding receivables. The increase since '2023' reflects strengthening financial performance. Industry average for Mining & Quarrying of Nonmetallic Minerals (No Fuels) in '2024' stood at 6.18. Industry average increased by 1.01 compared to previous year.
Overall, CMP's receivables turnover has steadily improved over the past 3 years.

Formula: Receivables Turnover = Net Credit Sales / Average Accounts Receivable

Good Range: Ranges 5 to 15 depending on credit terms.