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Read about the Working Capital Index and the opportunities it could support, learn about macro trends, take a deep dive into specific industries and discover the outlook for the rest of 2024 and beyond.
Key takeaways
Near 10-year highs
S&P 1500 companies reported near-record working capital levels, with about $707 billion of trapped liquidity, up 40% from pre-pandemic levels.
Lower cash levels
There has been a marginal reduction in cash levels from 2022 across multiple sectors, with 64% of S&P 1500 companies reporting increased capital expenditures.
Cash conversion cycle up
67% of S&P 1500 companies reported longer days sales outstanding (DSO) and 76% saw increased days inventory outstanding (DIO).
Demand/supply driving change
Large working capital movement across sectors include significant increases in inventory levels in semiconductor and pharmaceutical industries, increases in DSO for oil & gas and more.
Working Capital Forecast remains challenging
Treasury teams will likely continue to navigate multiple headwinds that may impact working capital management in 2024, including sustainability pressures, reshoring supply chains, increased investment in AI and more.
2023 saw the complete reopening of China’s economy post-pandemic, although recovery was uneven with a challenging macro and domestic environment adding complexities for businesses. Learn how 2024 policies and globalization strategies can help fuel growth.
LATAM companies reported a rise in working capital in 2023, moving the overall index closer towards pre-pandemic levels. After a period of robust growth, the region is now experiencing sluggish economic activity. Collaboration between internal and external stakeholders will be essential in optimizing working capital management.
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