Manila Bulletin Publishing (PHS:MB) Accounts Receivable: ₱1,663.7 Mil (As of Mar. 2026)


PHS:MB Manila Bulletin Publishing Corp PHS:MB
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GF Value ₱0.17
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
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What is Manila Bulletin Publishing Accounts Receivable?

Manila Bulletin Publishing PHS:MB +0.49% 39 Accounts Receivable is ₱1,663.7 Mil as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates PHS:MB with a GF Score™ of 39/100 and a GF Value™ of ₱0.17 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review.

Accounts Receivable are created when a customer has received a product but has not yet paid for that product. Manila Bulletin Publishing's accounts receivables for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was ₱1,663.7 Mil.

Accounts receivable can be measured by Days Sales Outstanding. Manila Bulletin Publishing's Days Sales Outstanding for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 1,241.93.

In Ben Graham's calculation of Net-Net Working Capital, accounts receivable are only considered to be worth 75% of book value. Manila Bulletin Publishing's Net-Net Working Capital per share for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was ₱-0.22.


Manila Bulletin Publishing Accounts Receivable Explanation

1. Accounts Receivable are created when a customer has received a product but has not yet paid for that product. Days Sales Outstanding measures of the average number of days that a company takes to collect revenue after a sale has been made. It is a financial ratio that illustrates how well a company's accounts receivables are being managed.

Manila Bulletin Publishing's Days Sales Outstanding for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as:

Days Sales Outstanding
=Accounts Receivable/Revenue*Days in Period
=1663.691/122.239*91
=1,241.93

2. In Ben Graham's calculation of Net-Net Working Capital (NNWC), Manila Bulletin Publishing's accounts receivable are only considered to be worth 75% of book value:

Manila Bulletin Publishing's Net-Net Working Capital Per Share for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as:

Net-Net Working Capital Per Share
=(Cash And Cash Equivalents+0.75 * Accounts Receivable+0.5 * Total Inventories-Total Liabilities
-Preferred Stock-Minority Interest)/Shares Outstanding (EOP)
=(68.36+0.75 * 1663.691+0.5 * 720.25-2424.185
-0-0)/3466.139
=-0.22

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.


Be Aware

Net receivables tells us a great deal about the different competitors in the same industry. In competitive industries, some attempt to gain advantage by offering better credit terms, causing increase in sales and receivables.

If company consistently shows lower % Net receivables to gross sales than competitors, then it usually has some kind of competitive advantage which requires further digging.

Average Days Sales Outstanding is a good indicator for measuring a company's sales channel and customers. A company may book great revenue and earnings growth but never receive payment from their customers. This may force a write-off in the future and depress future earnings.


Manila Bulletin Publishing Accounts Receivable Related Terms


Manila Bulletin Publishing Accounts Receivable Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Manila Bulletin Publishing's Accounts Receivable can be seen below:

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Manila Bulletin Publishing Accounts Receivable Chart

Manila Bulletin Publishing Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
Accounts Receivable
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 1,990.84 1,809.65 1,677.19 1,674.31 1,660.05

Manila Bulletin Publishing Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
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Manila Bulletin Publishing Accounts Receivable Calculation

Accounts Receivable is money owed to a business by customers and shown on its Balance Sheet as an asset.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Accounts Receivable →
What does a Accounts Receivable of ₱1,663.7 Mil mean?
Manila Bulletin Publishing (PHS:MB) has a Accounts Receivable of ₱1,663.7 Mil as of Mar. 2026. Accounts receivable is the amount a company expects to receive from credit-extending customers. View historical data on Manila Bulletin Publishing and its competitors.
Is Manila Bulletin Publishing's Accounts Receivable too high?
Manila Bulletin Publishing's current Accounts Receivable is ₱1,663.7 Mil. Overall, Manila Bulletin Publishing has a GF Score™ of 39/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Manila Bulletin Publishing's Accounts Receivable compare to NYT and WLY?
Manila Bulletin Publishing's Accounts Receivable of ₱1,663.7 Mil can be compared against companies in the Media - Diversified industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Accounts Receivable for a Media - Diversified company?
A good Accounts Receivable depends on the Media - Diversified industry context. However, Accounts Receivable should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Accounts Receivable mean?
A high Accounts Receivable can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Accounts receivable is the amount a company expects to receive from credit-extending customers. View historical data on Manila Bulletin Publishing and its competitors. Manila Bulletin Publishing's current Accounts Receivable is ₱1,663.7 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Manila Bulletin Publishing stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Manila Bulletin Publishing (PHS:MB) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₱0.17, compared to a current price of ₱0.21 — trading 21.8% above its estimated fair value. The current Accounts Receivable is ₱1,663.7 Mil. Manila Bulletin Publishing's overall GF Score™ is 39/100 with 7 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Accounts Receivable calculated?
Accounts Receivable is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Manila Bulletin Publishing (PHS:MB), the current Accounts Receivable is ₱1,663.7 Mil as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is Manila Bulletin Publishing (PHS:MB) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Manila Bulletin Publishing stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of ₱0.21 is trading 21.8% above its estimated GF Value™ of ₱0.17. GuruFocus considers Manila Bulletin Publishing to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for PHS:MB:

  • Accounts Receivable: ₱1,663.7 Mil
  • GF Value™: ₱0.17 vs. price of ₱0.21 (21.8% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 39/100 with 7 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the PHS:MB stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Manila Bulletin Publishing Business Description

Address Muralla corner Recoletos Streets, Intramuros, Manila Bulletin Building, Manila, PHL, 0900
Manila Bulletin Publishing Corp mainly engaged in the publication, distribution, and advertising of news, magazines, and digital content. The company operates in the fields of journalism, publishing, advertising, and digital media. Its activities are Publishing and Printing: Producing and distributing content and news through print media, including newspapers and magazines, and through online platforms, extending the reach of its publications., and Advertising Services: Offering advertising solutions across its print, digital, and other media platforms for businesses and brands. Its services are Advertising Services, Subscription Services, Digital Content and Platforms, Special Projects & Partnerships. Its brands are Manila Bulletin, Tempo, Balita, Liwayway, Bannawag, etc.
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