SLDP (Solid Power) Cash Conversion Cycle: -36.17 (As of Mar. 2026)


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What is Solid Power Cash Conversion Cycle?

Solid Power SLDP -3.30% 60 Cash Conversion Cycle is -36.17 as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates SLDP with a GF Score™ of 60/100 and a GF Value™ of $1.43 (Significantly Overvalued). 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.

Solid Power's Days Sales Outstanding for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was 182.98.
Solid Power's Days Inventory for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was 0.
Solid Power's Days Payable for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was 219.15.
Therefore, Solid Power's Cash Conversion Cycle (CCC) for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was -36.17.


Solid Power  (NAS:SLDP) 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.


Solid Power Cash Conversion Cycle Related Terms


Solid Power Cash Conversion Cycle Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Solid Power'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.

Solid Power Cash Conversion Cycle Chart

Solid Power Annual Data
Trend Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
Cash Conversion Cycle
Get a 7-Day Free Trial -268.91 -297.80 -117.02 -133.73 -149.63

Solid Power 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 -250.97 -69.24 0.00 -132.71 -36.17

SLDP vs FOXF, SMP, MLR: Cash Conversion Cycle Comparison

For the Auto Parts subindustry, Solid Power'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.


Solid Power Cash Conversion Cycle vs Vehicles & Parts Industry

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

* The bar in red indicates where Solid Power's Cash Conversion Cycle falls into.


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Solid Power 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.

Solid Power'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
=0+0-149.63
=-149.63

Solid Power'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
=182.98+0-219.15
=-36.17

* 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 -36.17 mean?
Solid Power (SLDP) has a Cash Conversion Cycle of -36.17 as of Mar. 2026. Cash conversion cycle equals sum of days inventory and days sales outstanding less days payable. View historical data on Solid Power and its competitors.
Is Solid Power's Cash Conversion Cycle too high?
Solid Power's current Cash Conversion Cycle is -36.17. Overall, Solid Power has a GF Score™ of 60/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Solid Power's Cash Conversion Cycle compare to FOXF and SMP?
Solid Power's Cash Conversion Cycle of -36.17 can be compared against companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry. The industry median Cash Conversion Cycle is 67.53. 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 67.53, based on 1,326 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 Solid Power and its competitors. For the Vehicles & Parts industry, the median Cash Conversion Cycle is 67.53 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Solid Power's current Cash Conversion Cycle is -36.17. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Solid Power stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Solid Power (SLDP) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $1.43, compared to a current price of $2.65 — trading 85.3% above its estimated fair value. The current Cash Conversion Cycle is -36.17. Solid Power's overall GF Score™ is 60/100 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 Solid Power (SLDP), the current Cash Conversion Cycle is -36.17 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 Solid Power (SLDP) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Solid Power stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $2.65 is trading 85.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of $1.43. GuruFocus considers Solid Power to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for SLDP:

  • Cash Conversion Cycle: -36.17
  • GF Value™: $1.43 vs. price of $2.65 (85.3% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 60/100 with 5 warning signs

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


Solid Power Business Description

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Solid Power Inc develops solid-state battery technology and manufacturing processes. Its sulfide-based solid electrolyte material replaces the liquid or gel electrolyte used in traditional lithium-ion battery cells and enables improvement in energy density, battery life and safety performance. The company produces electrolytes on two pilot manufacturing lines using a batch manufacturing process for customer sampling and internal cell development, and manufactures solid-state cells on pre-pilot and pilot cell manufacturing lines. Its cell manufacturing processes are developed around industry-standard lithium-ion battery manufacturing processes and equipment, and it manufactures all cell designs, including cathodes and anodes, using materials sourced from external suppliers.
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