SDA (SunCar Technology Group) Cash Conversion Cycle: -24.95 (As of Mar. 2026)

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SDA SunCar Technology Group Inc SDA
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What is SunCar Technology Group Cash Conversion Cycle?

SunCar Technology Group SDA +7.68% 50 Cash Conversion Cycle is -24.95 as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates SDA with a GF Score™ of 50/100 and a GF Value™ of $8.78 (Possible Value Trap). 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.

SunCar Technology Group's Days Sales Outstanding for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was 36.82.
SunCar Technology Group's Days Inventory for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was 0.
SunCar Technology Group's Days Payable for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was 61.77.
Therefore, SunCar Technology Group's Cash Conversion Cycle (CCC) for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was -24.95.


SunCar Technology Group  (NAS:SDA) 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.


SunCar Technology Group Cash Conversion Cycle Related Terms


SunCar Technology Group Cash Conversion Cycle Historical Data

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The historical data trend for SunCar Technology Group'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.

SunCar Technology Group Cash Conversion Cycle Chart

SunCar Technology Group Annual Data
Trend Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
Cash Conversion Cycle
Get a 7-Day Free Trial 56.58 66.92 42.27 15.36 9.62

SunCar Technology Group Quarterly Data
Dec20 Dec21 Jun22 Dec22 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 -45.76 -54.28 -54.91 23.54 -24.95

SDA vs NXB, CRMT, UCAR: Cash Conversion Cycle Comparison

For the Auto & Truck Dealerships subindustry, SunCar Technology Group'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.


SunCar Technology Group Cash Conversion Cycle vs Vehicles & Parts Industry

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

* The bar in red indicates where SunCar Technology Group's Cash Conversion Cycle falls into.


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SunCar Technology Group 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.

SunCar Technology Group'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
=50.49+0-40.87
=9.62

SunCar Technology Group'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
=36.82+0-61.77
=-24.95

* 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 -24.95 mean?
SunCar Technology Group (SDA) has a Cash Conversion Cycle of -24.95 as of Mar. 2026. Cash conversion cycle equals sum of days inventory and days sales outstanding less days payable. View historical data on SunCar Technology Group and its competitors.
Is SunCar Technology Group's Cash Conversion Cycle too high?
SunCar Technology Group's current Cash Conversion Cycle is -24.95. Overall, SunCar Technology Group has a GF Score™ of 50/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does SunCar Technology Group's Cash Conversion Cycle compare to NXB and CRMT?
SunCar Technology Group's Cash Conversion Cycle of -24.95 can be compared against companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry. The industry median Cash Conversion Cycle is 67.23. 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 67.23, based on 1,320 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 SunCar Technology Group and its competitors. For the Vehicles & Parts industry, the median Cash Conversion Cycle is 67.23 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. SunCar Technology Group's current Cash Conversion Cycle is -24.95. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is SunCar Technology Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, SunCar Technology Group (SDA) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is $8.78, compared to a current price of $0.85 — trading 90.3% below its estimated fair value. The current Cash Conversion Cycle is -24.95. SunCar Technology Group'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 SunCar Technology Group (SDA), the current Cash Conversion Cycle is -24.95 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 SunCar Technology Group (SDA) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, SunCar Technology Group stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $0.85 is trading 90.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of $8.78. GuruFocus considers SunCar Technology Group to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for SDA:

  • Cash Conversion Cycle: -24.95
  • GF Value™: $8.78 vs. price of $0.85 (90.3% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 50/100 with 3 warning signs

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


SunCar Technology Group Business Description

Address c/o Shanghai Feiyou Trading Co., Ltd, Suite 209, No. 656 Lingshi Road, Jing’an District, Shanghai, CHN, 200072
SunCar Technology Group Inc operates digital automotive aftersales market service platform and vehicle insurance technology platform. It develops and operates online platforms that connect drivers in China with a range of aftermarket automotive services and insurance coverage options from a nationwide network of service providers. These comprehensive digital systems are built on SunCar's multi-tenant, cloud-based platform. Revenues from its continuing operations are mainly generated from providing auto eInsurance services, technology services, and auto services.
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