Polestar Automotive Holding UK (NAS:PSNY) 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.
Polestar Automotive Holding UK Cash Conversion Cycle Related Terms
Polestar Automotive Holding UK 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.
Polestar Automotive Holding UK Cash Conversion Cycle Chart
PSNY vs CYD, LCID, LOT: Cash Conversion Cycle Comparison
For the Auto Manufacturers subindustry, Polestar Automotive Holding UK'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.
Polestar Automotive Holding UK Cash Conversion Cycle vs Vehicles & Parts Industry
For the Vehicles & Parts industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Polestar Automotive Holding UK's Cash Conversion Cycle distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Polestar Automotive Holding UK's Cash Conversion Cycle falls into.
Polestar Automotive Holding UK 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.
* 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.
Polestar Automotive Holding UK (PSNY) has a Cash Conversion Cycle of 13.78 as of Mar. 2026. Cash conversion cycle equals sum of days inventory and days sales outstanding less days payable. View historical data on Polestar Automotive Holding UK and its competitors.
Is Polestar Automotive Holding UK's Cash Conversion Cycle too high?
Polestar Automotive Holding UK's current Cash Conversion Cycle is 13.78. The Vehicles & Parts industry median Cash Conversion Cycle is 67.42. Polestar Automotive Holding UK's value of 13.78 is 79.6% below this industry median. Overall, Polestar Automotive Holding UK has a GF Score™ of 61/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Polestar Automotive Holding UK's Cash Conversion Cycle compare to CYD and LCID?
Polestar Automotive Holding UK's Cash Conversion Cycle of 13.78 can be compared against companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry. The industry median Cash Conversion Cycle is 67.42. Polestar Automotive Holding UK's value of 13.78 is 79.6% below 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 Vehicles & Parts company?
The median Cash Conversion Cycle among Vehicles & Parts companies is 67.42, based on 1,325 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. Polestar Automotive Holding UK's current Cash Conversion Cycle of 13.78 is 79.6% below 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 Polestar Automotive Holding UK and its competitors. For the Vehicles & Parts industry, the median Cash Conversion Cycle is 67.42 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Polestar Automotive Holding UK's current Cash Conversion Cycle is 13.78. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Polestar Automotive Holding UK stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Polestar Automotive Holding UK (PSNY) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is $34.73, compared to a current price of $20.62 — trading 40.6% below its estimated fair value. The current Cash Conversion Cycle is 13.78 and 79.6% below the Vehicles & Parts industry median of 67.42. Polestar Automotive Holding UK's overall GF Score™ is 61/100 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 Polestar Automotive Holding UK (PSNY), the current Cash Conversion Cycle is 13.78 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 Polestar Automotive Holding UK (PSNY) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Polestar Automotive Holding UK stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $20.62 is trading 40.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of $34.73.
GuruFocus considers Polestar Automotive Holding UK to be Possible Value Trap.
Key valuation signals for PSNY:
Cash Conversion Cycle: 13.78
GF Value™: $34.73 vs. price of $20.62 (40.6% below fair value)
Industry Position: 79.6% below the Vehicles & Parts median
No single metric tells the full story. See the PSNY stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Polestar Automotive Holding UK Business Description
Polestar Automotive Holding UK PLC is a pure play, premium electric car brand, designing performance cars engineered to excite consumers and drive change. It believes that it defines market standards in design, innovation and sustainability. It is determined to improve society by accelerating the shift to sustainable mobility. The company conducts its business as one operating segment with primary commercial operations in Europe, North America, Asia Pacific and various importer markets. The company generates majority of revenue from United Kingdom.
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