Carborundum Universal (BOM:513375) Cash Conversion Cycle: 169.41 (As of Mar. 2026)

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BOM:513375 Carborundum Universal Ltd BOM:513375
92 GF Score
Price ₹1,059.65
GF Value ₹1,257.08
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
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What is Carborundum Universal Cash Conversion Cycle?

Carborundum Universal BOM:513375 -2.29% 92 Cash Conversion Cycle is 169.41 as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates BOM:513375 with a GF Score™ of 92/100 and a GF Value™ of ₹1,257.08 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review.

Cash Conversion Cycle is one of several measures of management effectiveness. It equals Days Sales Outstanding + Days Inventory - Days Payable.

Carborundum Universal's Days Sales Outstanding for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was 58.77.
Carborundum Universal's Days Inventory for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was 177.81.
Carborundum Universal's Days Payable for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was 67.17.
Therefore, Carborundum Universal's Cash Conversion Cycle (CCC) for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was 169.41.


Carborundum Universal  (BOM:513375) Cash Conversion Cycle Explanation

Generally, the lower this number is, the better for the company. Although it should be combined with other metrics (such as ROE % and ROA %), it can be especially useful for comparing close competitors, because the company with the lowest CCC is often the one with better management.


Be Aware

CCC is most effective with retail-type companies, which have inventories that are sold to customers. Consulting businesses, software companies and insurance companies are all examples of companies for whom this metric is meaningless.

The CCC is one of several tools that can help you evaluate management, especially if it is calculated for several consecutive time periods and for several competitors. Decreasing or steady CCCs are good, while rising ones should motivate you to dig a bit deeper.


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Carborundum Universal Cash Conversion Cycle Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Carborundum Universal's Cash Conversion Cycle 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.

Carborundum Universal Cash Conversion Cycle Chart

Carborundum Universal Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
Cash Conversion Cycle
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Carborundum Universal 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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BOM:513375 vs HON, MMM: Cash Conversion Cycle Comparison

For the Conglomerates subindustry, Carborundum Universal's Cash Conversion Cycle, along with its competitors' market caps and Cash Conversion Cycle data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.


Carborundum Universal Cash Conversion Cycle vs Conglomerates Industry

For the Conglomerates industry and Industrials sector, Carborundum Universal's Cash Conversion Cycle distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Carborundum Universal's Cash Conversion Cycle falls into.


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Carborundum Universal Cash Conversion Cycle Calculation

Cash Conversion Cycle (CCC) measures how fast a company can convert cash on hand into even more cash on hand. This metric looks at the amount of time needed to sell inventory, the amount of time needed to collect receivables and the length of time the company is afforded to pay its bills without incurring penalties.

Cash Conversion Cycle is one of several measures of management effectiveness.

Carborundum Universal's Cash Conversion Cycle for the fiscal year that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as

Cash Conversion Cycle=Days Sales Outstanding +Days Inventory-Days Payable
=58.73+180.14-64.01
=174.86

Carborundum Universal's Cash Conversion Cycle for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as:

Cash Conversion Cycle=Days Sales Outstanding+Days Inventory-Days Payable
=58.77+177.81-67.17
=169.41

* 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.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Cash Conversion Cycle →
What does a Cash Conversion Cycle of 169.41 mean?
Carborundum Universal (BOM:513375) has a Cash Conversion Cycle of 169.41 as of Mar. 2026. Cash conversion cycle equals sum of days inventory and days sales outstanding less days payable. View historical data on Carborundum Universal and its competitors.
Is Carborundum Universal's Cash Conversion Cycle too high?
Carborundum Universal's current Cash Conversion Cycle is 169.41. The Conglomerates industry median Cash Conversion Cycle is 71.39. Carborundum Universal's value of 169.41 is 137.3% above this industry median. Overall, Carborundum Universal has a GF Score™ of 92/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Carborundum Universal's Cash Conversion Cycle compare to HON and MMM?
Carborundum Universal's Cash Conversion Cycle of 169.41 can be compared against companies in the Conglomerates industry. The industry median Cash Conversion Cycle is 71.39. Carborundum Universal's value of 169.41 is 137.3% above this benchmark. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Cash Conversion Cycle for a Conglomerates company?
The median Cash Conversion Cycle among Conglomerates companies is 71.39, based on 548 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Cash Conversion Cycle significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Cash Conversion Cycle should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Carborundum Universal's current Cash Conversion Cycle of 169.41 is 137.3% above the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Cash Conversion Cycle mean?
A high Cash Conversion Cycle can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Cash conversion cycle equals sum of days inventory and days sales outstanding less days payable. View historical data on Carborundum Universal and its competitors. For the Conglomerates industry, the median Cash Conversion Cycle is 71.39 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Carborundum Universal's current Cash Conversion Cycle is 169.41. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Carborundum Universal stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Carborundum Universal (BOM:513375) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₹1,257.08, compared to a current price of ₹1,059.65 — trading 15.7% below its estimated fair value. The current Cash Conversion Cycle is 169.41 and 137.3% above the Conglomerates industry median of 71.39. Carborundum Universal's overall GF Score™ is 92/100 with 5 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Cash Conversion Cycle calculated?
Cash Conversion Cycle is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Carborundum Universal (BOM:513375), the current Cash Conversion Cycle is 169.41 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 Carborundum Universal (BOM:513375) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Carborundum Universal stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of ₹1,059.65 is trading 15.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of ₹1,257.08. GuruFocus considers Carborundum Universal to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for BOM:513375:

  • Cash Conversion Cycle: 169.41
  • GF Value™: ₹1,257.08 vs. price of ₹1,059.65 (15.7% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 92/100 with 5 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 137.3% above the Conglomerates median

No single metric tells the full story. See the BOM:513375 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Carborundum Universal Business Description

Other Exchanges CARBORUNIV:India
Address 43 Moore Street, Parry House, Chennai, TN, IND, 600001
Carborundum Universal Ltd is an investment holding company. Along with its subsidiaries, it mainly provides solutions predominantly for industrial manufacturing needs by developing, manufacturing, and marketing products using the properties of materials known as electrominerals. The company's reportable business segments are; Surface engineering (material removal, cutting, polishing) known as Abrasives; Ceramics; Electrominerals; Power; IT services; and others. Maximum revenue is derived from the Abrasives segment which is comprised of bonded, coated, processed cloth, polymers, power tools, and coolants. The company generates maximum revenue through exports and the rest from its business in India.
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