Discontinued — last reported Q4 '19
Current Liabilities
Customer Advances (Current)
Analysis
StatementBalance Sheet Statement
SectionCurrent Liabilities
CategoryLiquidity
SignalHigher is better
VolatilityModerate
First reportedQ4 2014
Last reportedQ4 2019Feb 24, 2020
How to read this metric
An increase indicates strong order intake and favorable cash flow, while a decrease may signal slowing demand or project completion.
Detailed definition
Cash received from customers in advance of the delivery of goods or the performance of services, expected to be fulfille...
Peer comparison
High in aerospace and defense; serves as a key indicator of backlog health and cash conversion efficiency.
Metric ID:
customer_advances_currentCustomer Advances (Current) at Other Companies
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does customer advances (current) mean?
- Payments received from customers before the company has delivered the product or service.