Azure Manufacturing wishes to evaluate its cash conversion cycle (CCC). Research by one of the firm's financial analysts indicates that on average the firm holds items in inventory for 72 days, pays its suppliers 42 days after purchase, and collects its receivables after 60 days. The firm's annual sales (all on credit) are about R2.5 billion, its cost of goods sold represents about 70 percent of sales, and purchases represent about 45 percent of the cost of goods sold. Assume a 365-day year. What is Azure Manufacturing's cash conversion cycle (CCC)?

Azure Manufacturing wishes to evaluate its cash conversion cycle (CCC). Research by one of the firm's financial analysts indicates that on average the firm holds items in inventory for 72 days, pays its suppliers 42 days after purchase, and collects its receivables after 60 days. The firm's annual sales (all on credit) are about R2.5 billion, its cost of goods sold represents about 70 percent of sales, and purchases represent about 45 percent of the cost of goods sold. Assume a 365-day year. What is Azure Manufacturing's cash conversion cycle (CCC)?

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