ACN Quick Ratio Analysis
Higher than 43% of Technology sector peers
Updated 3029h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
Accenture’s quick ratio of 1.20x means it has $1.20 in highly liquid assets (cash, marketable securities, receivables) for every $1 of current liabilities, indicating a comfortable ability to cover short-term debts without relying on inventory sales.
Sector Performance
43th percentileACN
1.20x
Sector Median
1.25x
Sector Avg
17.80x
Deep Analysis
Accenture’s quick ratio of 1.20x means it has $1.20 in highly liquid assets (cash, marketable securities, receivables) for every $1 of current liabilities, indicating a comfortable ability to cover short-term debts without relying on inventory sales.
This is slightly below the technology sector median of 1.29x, placing Accenture at the 39th percentile among its peers, so its liquidity position is weaker than most sector competitors. The metric has remained exactly flat over the past eight quarters, with a year-over-year change of +0.0% and a quarter-over-quarter change of +0.0%, confirming a stable trend. The combination of a below-median level and zero movement suggests no immediate liquidity risk but also no improvement, offering neither a clear opportunity nor a red flag for risk-focused investors. This stable but middling quick ratio supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as it aligns with a balanced risk profile that does not tilt strongly toward strength or weakness.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Quick Ratio tell investors about ACN?
A strict liquidity test. Values below 1.0 suggest a company may struggle to cover short-term obligations without selling inventory.
How is the Quick Ratio calculated?
Quick Ratio is calculated as: (Cash + Receivables) / Current Liabilities.
How does ACN's Quick Ratio compare to its sector?
ACN's Quick Ratio of 1.20x compares to a Technology sector median of 1.25x, placing it in the 43th percentile.
Who are ACN's closest peers by Quick Ratio?
The closest Technology peers by Quick Ratio include: NVDA (1.23x), MNDY (1.32x), GLOB (1.58x), MNTV (0.81x), BOX (0.80x).
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The Formula
(Cash + Receivables) / Current Liabilities
Why It Matters
A strict liquidity test. Values below 1.0 suggest a company may struggle to cover short-term obligations without selling inventory.
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1.20x
Sector Median
1.25x
Sector Avg
17.80x
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