BP Current Ratio Analysis
Updated 1117h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
At 1.27x, BP’s current ratio measures its short-term assets against debts due within a year, meaning it holds $1.27 in liquid resources for every $1 of near-term obligations.
Sector Performance
50th percentileBP
1.27x
Sector Median
1.26x
Sector Avg
2.60x
Prior Period
1.22x(Aug 2026)
Deep Analysis
At 1.27x, BP’s current ratio measures its short-term assets against debts due within a year, meaning it holds $1.27 in liquid resources for every $1 of near-term obligations.
This places the company exactly at the sector median of 1.26x and the 50th percentile among peers, so its liquidity position is neither stretched nor a differentiator. The metric rose 4.1% quarter-over-quarter from 1.22x to 1.27x, though no year-over-year or eight-quarter trend data is available to confirm whether this is a one-off or a sustained pattern. The combination of a mid-pack level with a positive recent move suggests adequate solvency coverage in the near term but no margin of safety beyond the
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Current Ratio tell investors about BP?
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.
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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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1.27x
Sector Median
1.26x
Sector Avg
2.60x
How BP's Current Ratio compares to sector peers.
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