Monthly Archives: November 2022

What Is the Average Collection Period, and How To Calculate It?

For example, a manufacturing company improving its turnover ratio from 4 to 8 reduced its collection period from 90 to 45 days, freeing up $200,000 in working capital. This financial metric helps identify potential collection issues and cash flow risks. Companies calculate aging percentages by dividing the total amount in each time bracket by total […]