The Simply Good Foods Co (STU:76L) Cash Conversion Cycle: 78.95 (As of May. 2026)

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STU:76L The Simply Good Foods Co STU:76L
63 GF Score
Price €9.66
GF Value €33.32
Valuation Possible Value Trap
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What is The Simply Good Foods Co Cash Conversion Cycle?

The Simply Good Foods Co STU:76L -8.60% 63 Cash Conversion Cycle is 78.95 as of May. 2026. GuruFocus rates STU:76L with a GF Score™ of 63/100 and a GF Value™ of €33.32 (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.

The Simply Good Foods Co's Days Sales Outstanding for the three months ended in May. 2026 was 35.55.
The Simply Good Foods Co's Days Inventory for the three months ended in May. 2026 was 66.65.
The Simply Good Foods Co's Days Payable for the three months ended in May. 2026 was 23.25.
Therefore, The Simply Good Foods Co's Cash Conversion Cycle (CCC) for the three months ended in May. 2026 was 78.95.


The Simply Good Foods Co  (STU:76L) 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.


The Simply Good Foods Co Cash Conversion Cycle Related Terms


The Simply Good Foods Co Cash Conversion Cycle Historical Data

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The historical data trend for The Simply Good Foods Co'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.

The Simply Good Foods Co Cash Conversion Cycle Chart

The Simply Good Foods Co Annual Data
Trend Aug16 Aug18 Aug19 Aug20 Aug21 Aug22 Aug23 Aug24 Aug25
Cash Conversion Cycle
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only 56.09 59.86 72.81 73.75 75.71

The Simply Good Foods Co Quarterly Data
Aug21 Nov21 Feb22 May22 Aug22 Nov22 Feb23 May23 Aug23 Nov23 Feb24 May24 Aug24 Nov24 Feb25 May25 Aug25 Nov25 Feb26 May26
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 73.91 74.38 77.73 83.10 78.95

STU:76L vs SENEA, HLF, JBSS: Cash Conversion Cycle Comparison

For the Packaged Foods subindustry, The Simply Good Foods Co'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.


The Simply Good Foods Co Cash Conversion Cycle vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry

For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and Consumer Defensive sector, The Simply Good Foods Co's Cash Conversion Cycle distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where The Simply Good Foods Co's Cash Conversion Cycle falls into.


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The Simply Good Foods Co 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.

The Simply Good Foods Co's Cash Conversion Cycle for the fiscal year that ended in Aug. 2025 is calculated as

Cash Conversion Cycle=Days Sales Outstanding +Days Inventory-Days Payable
=40.77+62.58-27.64
=75.71

The Simply Good Foods Co's Cash Conversion Cycle for the quarter that ended in May. 2026 is calculated as:

Cash Conversion Cycle=Days Sales Outstanding+Days Inventory-Days Payable
=35.55+66.65-23.25
=78.95

* 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 78.95 mean?
The Simply Good Foods Co (STU:76L) has a Cash Conversion Cycle of 78.95 as of May. 2026. Cash conversion cycle equals sum of days inventory and days sales outstanding less days payable. View historical data on The Simply Good Foods Co and its competitors.
Is The Simply Good Foods Co's Cash Conversion Cycle too high?
The Simply Good Foods Co's current Cash Conversion Cycle is 78.95. The Consumer Packaged Goods industry median Cash Conversion Cycle is 75.75. The Simply Good Foods Co's value of 78.95 is 4.2% above this industry median. Overall, The Simply Good Foods Co has a GF Score™ of 63/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does The Simply Good Foods Co's Cash Conversion Cycle compare to SENEA and HLF?
The Simply Good Foods Co's Cash Conversion Cycle of 78.95 can be compared against companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry. The industry median Cash Conversion Cycle is 75.75. The Simply Good Foods Co's value of 78.95 is 4.2% 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 Consumer Packaged Goods company?
The median Cash Conversion Cycle among Consumer Packaged Goods companies is 75.75, based on 1,953 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. The Simply Good Foods Co's current Cash Conversion Cycle of 78.95 is 4.2% 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 The Simply Good Foods Co and its competitors. For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, the median Cash Conversion Cycle is 75.75 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. The Simply Good Foods Co's current Cash Conversion Cycle is 78.95. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is The Simply Good Foods Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, The Simply Good Foods Co (STU:76L) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is €33.32, compared to a current price of €9.66 — trading 71% below its estimated fair value. The current Cash Conversion Cycle is 78.95 and 4.2% above the Consumer Packaged Goods industry median of 75.75. The Simply Good Foods Co's overall GF Score™ is 63/100 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 The Simply Good Foods Co (STU:76L), the current Cash Conversion Cycle is 78.95 as of May. 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 The Simply Good Foods Co (STU:76L) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, The Simply Good Foods Co stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €9.66 is trading 71% below its estimated GF Value™ of €33.32. GuruFocus considers The Simply Good Foods Co to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for STU:76L:

  • Cash Conversion Cycle: 78.95
  • GF Value™: €33.32 vs. price of €9.66 (71% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 63/100 with 3 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 4.2% above the Consumer Packaged Goods median

No single metric tells the full story. See the STU:76L stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


The Simply Good Foods Co Business Description

Other Exchanges SMPL:USAS2MP34:Brazil
Address 1225, 17th Street, Suite 1000, Denver, CO, USA, 80202
The Simply Good Foods Co Company is a consumer packaged food and beverage company that develops, markets, and sells protein bars, ready-to-drink protein shakes, sweet and salty snacks, and confectionery products under the Quest, Atkins, and OWYN brands. The products target consumers seeking protein-rich foods with limited sugars and carbohydrates, with OWYN offering plant-based and allergen-tested options. The company distributes mainly in North America through grocery, club, mass merchandise, e-commerce, and specialty channels. It operates two segments: Quest and Atkins, and OWYN. The company operates in North America and internationally, with the majority of revenue coming from North America.
63GF Score

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