Current Ratio
Higher than 40% of Industrials sector peers
Updated 1881h ago
Sector Performance
40th percentileAME
1.14x
Sector Median
1.18x
Sector Avg
2.81x
Deep Analysis
The current ratio of 1.14x means AMETEK has $1.14 in current assets (like cash and inventory) for every $1.00 of short-term liabilities, indicating a moderate ability to cover near-term debts.
This sits below the Industrials sector median of 1.23x, placing the company at the 33rd percentile among peers—meaning two-thirds of sector firms have a higher ratio. The metric has been perfectly stable over the past eight quarters, with no change year-over-year or quarter-over-quarter (both +0.0%). A low but stable current ratio suggests no recent deterioration in liquidity, yet the level is tight enough that any sudden cash drain could pressure short-term obligations, carrying modest risk. This combination does not signal urgent weakness or notable improvement, aligning with the overall NEUTRAL verdict as it neither demands action nor points to a clear advantage.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Current Ratio tell investors about AME?
Measures short-term financial health. A ratio above 1.5 is generally healthy; below 1.0 may indicate liquidity stress.
How is the Current Ratio calculated?
Current Ratio is calculated as: Current Assets / Current Liabilities.
How does AME's Current Ratio compare to its sector?
AME's Current Ratio of 1.14x compares to a Industrials sector median of 1.18x, placing it in the 40th percentile.
Who are AME's closest peers by Current Ratio?
The closest Industrials peers by Current Ratio include: BA (1.18x), PWR (1.14x), BLNK (1.23x), ROK (1.09x), CARR (1.05x).
The Formula
Current Assets / Current Liabilities
Why It Matters
Measures short-term financial health. A ratio above 1.5 is generally healthy; below 1.0 may indicate liquidity stress.
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1.14x
Sector Median
1.18x
Sector Avg
2.81x
How AME's Current Ratio compares to sector peers.
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