Current Ratio
Updated 224h ago
Sector Performance
46th percentileCDW
1.16x
Sector Median
1.20x
Sector Avg
2.57x
Deep Analysis
The current ratio of 1.16x means the company has $1.16 in current assets (like cash and receivables) for every $1.00 in short-term liabilities – a measure of its ability to pay bills over the next year.
This stands slightly below the sector median of 1.21x, placing the company at the 45th percentile among peers. There is no data available for the year-over-year change, quarter-over-quarter change, or any multi-quarter trend, so no directional shift can be assessed. With a level just under the sector median and no trend information, the combination implies neither a clear liquidity risk nor a distinct opportunity beyond the average peer profile. This metric directly supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as it does not indicate a material strength or weakness relative to the sector, and the absence of trend data removes any signal of improvement or deterioration.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Current Ratio tell investors about CDW?
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.
Who are CDW's closest peers by Current Ratio?
The closest peers by Current Ratio include: SPG (0.41x), CHTR (0.40x), USB (0.40x), GEN (0.40x), DRI (0.39x).
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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1.16x
Sector Median
1.20x
Sector Avg
2.57x
How CDW's Current Ratio compares to sector peers.
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