Average Days Payable

Average Days Payable

The average number of days it takes for a business to pay its bills. This is calculated by multiplying its payables turnover by 365. Companies aim to have a short average days payable because it indicates that necessary payments can be made relatively easily.
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Although it varies by industry, the average days payable is 30-60 days.
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