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.
Southern Petrochemicals Industries Cash Conversion Cycle Related Terms
Southern Petrochemicals Industries Cash Conversion Cycle Historical Data
* 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.
NSE:SPIC vs CTVA, CF, MOS: Cash Conversion Cycle Comparison
For the Agricultural Inputs subindustry, Southern Petrochemicals Industries'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.
Southern Petrochemicals Industries Cash Conversion Cycle vs Agriculture Industry
For the Agriculture industry and Basic Materials sector, Southern Petrochemicals Industries's Cash Conversion Cycle distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Southern Petrochemicals Industries's Cash Conversion Cycle falls into.
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.
* 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.
Southern Petrochemicals Industries (NSE:SPIC) has a Cash Conversion Cycle of -32.33 as of Mar. 2026. Cash conversion cycle equals sum of days inventory and days sales outstanding less days payable. View historical data on Southern Petrochemicals Industries and its competitors.
Is Southern Petrochemicals Industries' Cash Conversion Cycle too high?
Southern Petrochemicals Industries' current Cash Conversion Cycle is -32.33. Overall, Southern Petrochemicals Industries has a GF Score™ of 76/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Southern Petrochemicals Industries' Cash Conversion Cycle compare to CTVA and CF?
Southern Petrochemicals Industries' Cash Conversion Cycle of -32.33 can be compared against companies in the Agriculture industry. The industry median Cash Conversion Cycle is 99.32. 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 an Agriculture company?
The median Cash Conversion Cycle among Agriculture companies is 99.32, based on 250 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. 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 Southern Petrochemicals Industries and its competitors. For the Agriculture industry, the median Cash Conversion Cycle is 99.32 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Southern Petrochemicals Industries's current Cash Conversion Cycle is -32.33. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Southern Petrochemicals Industries stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Southern Petrochemicals Industries (NSE:SPIC) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₹388.75, compared to a current price of ₹70.10 — trading 82% below its estimated fair value. The current Cash Conversion Cycle is -32.33. Southern Petrochemicals Industries' overall GF Score™ is 76/100 with 4 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 Southern Petrochemicals Industries (NSE:SPIC), the current Cash Conversion Cycle is -32.33 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 Southern Petrochemicals Industries (NSE:SPIC) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Southern Petrochemicals Industries stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of ₹70.10 is trading 82% below its estimated GF Value™ of ₹388.75.
GuruFocus considers Southern Petrochemicals Industries to be Significantly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for NSE:SPIC:
Cash Conversion Cycle: -32.33
GF Value™: ₹388.75 vs. price of ₹70.10 (82% below fair value)
No single metric tells the full story. See the NSE:SPIC stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Southern Petrochemicals Industries Business Description
Southern Petrochemicals Industries Corp Ltd is a manufacturer and seller of nitrogenous and phosphatic fertilizers, including urea and neem-coated urea. The company operates a large fertilizer complex in Tuticorin, Tamil Nadu, capable of producing substantial volumes to support agricultural productivity across India. SPIC also provides secondary and micronutrient fertilizers, organic fertilizers, biopesticides, and plant growth regulators to enrich soil and crop health. Its industrial by-products, such as phosphoric acid and sulfuric acid, serve other sectors like cement and aluminum production. Revenue is majorly generated from the sale of fertilizer products through an extensive dealer network serving rural and farming communities nationwide.
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