RIVN (Rivian Automotive) Cash Conversion Cycle: 94.27 (As of Mar. 2026)


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What is Rivian Automotive Cash Conversion Cycle?

Rivian Automotive RIVN +1.61% 50 Cash Conversion Cycle is 94.27 as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates RIVN with a GF Score™ of 50/100 and a GF Value™ of $14.52 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 3 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.

Rivian Automotive's Days Sales Outstanding for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was 29.63.
Rivian Automotive's Days Inventory for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was 113.41.
Rivian Automotive's Days Payable for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was 48.77.
Therefore, Rivian Automotive's Cash Conversion Cycle (CCC) for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was 94.27.


Rivian Automotive  (NAS:RIVN) 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.


Rivian Automotive Cash Conversion Cycle Related Terms


Rivian Automotive Cash Conversion Cycle Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Rivian Automotive'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.

Rivian Automotive Cash Conversion Cycle Chart

Rivian Automotive Annual Data
Trend Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
Cash Conversion Cycle
Get a 7-Day Free Trial 97.41 19.39 66.92 122.39 129.46

Rivian Automotive Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
Cash Conversion Cycle Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 191.41 128.84 93.63 108.40 94.27

RIVN vs NIO, LI, XPEV: Cash Conversion Cycle Comparison

For the Auto Manufacturers subindustry, Rivian Automotive'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.


Rivian Automotive Cash Conversion Cycle vs Vehicles & Parts Industry

For the Vehicles & Parts industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Rivian Automotive's Cash Conversion Cycle distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Rivian Automotive's Cash Conversion Cycle falls into.


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Rivian Automotive 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.

Rivian Automotive's Cash Conversion Cycle for the fiscal year that ended in Dec. 2025 is calculated as

Cash Conversion Cycle=Days Sales Outstanding +Days Inventory-Days Payable
=33.81+133.73-38.08
=129.46

Rivian Automotive'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
=29.63+113.41-48.77
=94.27

* 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 94.27 mean?
Rivian Automotive (RIVN) has a Cash Conversion Cycle of 94.27 as of Mar. 2026. Cash conversion cycle equals sum of days inventory and days sales outstanding less days payable. View historical data on Rivian Automotive and its competitors.
Is Rivian Automotive's Cash Conversion Cycle too high?
Rivian Automotive's current Cash Conversion Cycle is 94.27. The Vehicles & Parts industry median Cash Conversion Cycle is 67.42. Rivian Automotive's value of 94.27 is 39.8% above this industry median. Overall, Rivian Automotive has a GF Score™ of 50/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Rivian Automotive's Cash Conversion Cycle compare to NIO and LI?
Rivian Automotive's Cash Conversion Cycle of 94.27 can be compared against companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry. The industry median Cash Conversion Cycle is 67.42. Rivian Automotive's value of 94.27 is 39.8% 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 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. Rivian Automotive's current Cash Conversion Cycle of 94.27 is 39.8% 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 Rivian Automotive 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. Rivian Automotive's current Cash Conversion Cycle is 94.27. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Rivian Automotive stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Rivian Automotive (RIVN) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $14.52, compared to a current price of $17.63 — trading 21.4% above its estimated fair value. The current Cash Conversion Cycle is 94.27 and 39.8% above the Vehicles & Parts industry median of 67.42. Rivian Automotive's overall GF Score™ is 50/100 with 3 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 Rivian Automotive (RIVN), the current Cash Conversion Cycle is 94.27 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 Rivian Automotive (RIVN) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Rivian Automotive stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $17.63 is trading 21.4% above its estimated GF Value™ of $14.52. GuruFocus considers Rivian Automotive to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for RIVN:

  • Cash Conversion Cycle: 94.27
  • GF Value™: $14.52 vs. price of $17.63 (21.4% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 50/100 with 3 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 39.8% above the Vehicles & Parts median

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


Rivian Automotive Business Description

Address 14600 Myford Road, Irvine, CA, USA, 92606
Rivian is a battery electric vehicle automaker that sells its vehicles in the US and Canada. The company also develops electronic control units and related software for autos in a joint venture with Volkswagen. Rivian has multiple vehicles in its fleet, which include a luxury truck and full-size SUV and a delivery van. The company plans to begin selling a midsize SUV in 2026. Total deliveries were over 42,000 in 2025. Rivian is also developing autonomous driving software to be used in its vehicles and for robotaxis on the Uber ride-hailing network.
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