Quick Ratio
Higher than 44% of Communication Services sector peers
Updated 47h ago
Sector Performance
44th percentileBIDU
1.49x
Sector Median
1.51x
Sector Avg
2.57x
Deep Analysis
The quick ratio measures a company’s ability to pay short-term obligations using its most liquid assets, excluding inventory.
Baidu’s current ratio of 1.49x is slightly below the Communication Services sector median of 1.51x, placing it in the 44th percentile among peers. The metric has been completely stable over the last eight quarters, with no year‑over‑year change available and a quarter‑over‑quarter change of exactly +0.0%. A high, stable quick ratio like this suggests Baidu holds ample liquid assets to cover near‑term liabilities, reducing liquidity risk. Combined with the flat trend, the level indicates consistent financial discipline rather than a building opportunity or vulnerability. This stability and near‑median positioning support the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as the metric neither signals a standout strength nor a pressing weakness relative to the sector.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Quick Ratio tell investors about BIDU?
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 BIDU's Quick Ratio compare to its sector?
BIDU's Quick Ratio of 1.49x compares to a Communication Services sector median of 1.51x, placing it in the 44th percentile.
Who are BIDU's closest peers by Quick Ratio?
The closest Communication Services peers by Quick Ratio include: YELP (1.51x), NYT (1.44x), GOOGL (1.71x), GOOG (1.71x), NFLX (1.18x).
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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1.49x
Sector Median
1.51x
Sector Avg
2.57x
How BIDU's Quick Ratio compares to sector peers.
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