Operating

Change in AP

The Carlyle Group Change in AP decreased by 159.1% to -$66.10M in Q1 2026 compared to the prior quarter. Year-over-year, this metric declined by 160.2%, from -$25.40M to -$66.10M. 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 2013
Last reportedQ1 2026May 8, 2026

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_payable

Historical Data

14 periods
 Q2 '21Q3 '21Q4 '21Q1 '22Q2 '22Q1 '23Q3 '23Q1 '24Q4 '24Q1 '25Q2 '25Q3 '25Q4 '25Q1 '26
Value$94.50M$65.50M$14.80M-$14.30M-$52.90M-$63.90M-$62.10M$41.50M$43.40M-$25.40M$64.50M$0.00$111.90M-$66.10M
QoQ Change-30.7%-77.4%-196.6%-269.9%-20.8%+2.8%+166.8%+4.6%-158.5%+353.9%-100.0%-159.1%
YoY Change-156.0%-346.9%+164.9%-161.2%+157.8%-160.2%
Range-$66.10M$111.90M
CAGR-10.4%
Avg YoY Growth-83.6%
Median YoY Growth-158.1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Carlyle Group's change in ap?
The Carlyle Group (CG) reported change in ap of -$66.10M in Q1 2026.
How has The Carlyle Group's change in ap changed year-over-year?
The Carlyle Group's change in ap decreased by 160.2% year-over-year, from -$25.40M to -$66.10M.
What does change in ap mean?
The change in money the company owes to its suppliers.