Q1: Aztec Products wishes to evaluate its cash conversion cycle (CCC). Research by one of the firm’s financial analysts indicates that on average the firm holds items in inventory for 65 days, pays its suppliers 35 days after purchase, and collects its receivables after 55 days. The firm’s annual sales (all on credit) are about $2.1 billion, its cost of goods sold represent about 67 percent of sales, and purchases represent about 40 percent of cost of goods sold. Assume a 365-day year. a. What is Aztec Products’ operating cycle (OC) and cash conversion (CCC)?

Q1: Aztec Products wishes to evaluate its cash conversion cycle (CCC). Research by one of the firm’s financial analysts indicates that on average the firm holds items in inventory for 65 days, pays its suppliers 35 days after purchase, and collects its receivables after 55 days. The firm’s annual sales (all on credit) are about $2.1 billion, its cost of goods sold represent about 67 percent of sales, and purchases represent about 40 percent of cost of goods sold. Assume a 365-day year. a. What is Aztec Products’ operating cycle (OC) and cash conversion (CCC)?

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