Operating
Change in AP
Nordson Change in AP remained flat by 0.0% to $5.32M in Q3 2025 compared to the prior quarter. Year-over-year, this metric grew by 155.2%, from -$9.65M to $5.32M. Over 4 years (FY 2021 to FY 2025), Change in AP shows relatively stable performance with a 0.6% CAGR. This decline may warrant attention — for this metric, higher values are generally preferred.
Analysis
StatementCash Flow Statement
SectionOperating
CategoryLiquidity
SignalHigher is better
VolatilityModerate
First reportedQ1 2014
Last reportedQ4 2025Dec 17, 2025
How to read this metric
An increase is generally positive for cash flow, as it allows the company to retain cash longer, provided it does not damage supplier relationships.
Detailed definition
This measures the change in the amount the company owes to its suppliers and vendors for goods and services received. An...
Peer comparison
Standard metric; companies often aim to optimize payment terms to maximize cash availability.
Metric ID:
change_in_accounts_payableHistorical Data
5 years
| FY'21 | FY'22 | FY'23 | FY'24 | FY'25 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Value | $20.77M | $10.67M | -$15.82M | -$38.59M | $21.29M |
| YoY Change | — | -48.6% | -248.3% | -143.9% | +155.2% |
Range-$38.59M – $21.29M
CAGR+0.6%
Avg YoY Growth-71.4%
Median YoY Growth-96.3%
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Nordson's change in ap?
- Nordson (NDSN) reported change in ap of $5.32M in Q3 2025.
- How has Nordson's change in ap changed year-over-year?
- Nordson's change in ap increased by 155.2% year-over-year, from -$9.65M to $5.32M.
- What is the long-term trend for Nordson's change in ap?
- Over 4 years (2021 to 2025), Nordson's change in ap has grown at a 0.6% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), from $20.77M to $21.29M.
- What does change in ap mean?
- The change in money the company owes to its suppliers.