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CHPT Current Ratio Analysis

1.15x

Higher than 30% of Consumer Cyclical sector peers

Updated 60h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

A company's current ratio measures its ability to pay short-term bills with short-term assets; a ratio above 1.0x means it has more current assets than liabilities.

Sector Performance

30th percentile

CHPT

1.15x

Sector Median

1.44x

Sector Avg

2.72x

Prior Period

1.20x(May 2026)

↓ Declining

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Deep Analysis

A company's current ratio measures its ability to pay short-term bills with short-term assets; a ratio above 1.0x means it has more current assets than liabilities.

CHPT's current ratio of 1.15x is below the Consumer Cyclical sector median of 1.44x and sits at the 30th percentile among peers, indicating it has less liquidity than most comparable companies. The year-over-year change is not available, but the metric declined by 4.2% quarter-over-quarter from 1.20x to 1.15x, showing a recent dip in short-term financial flexibility. This combination of a below-median level and a shrinking trend suggests elevated risk if the company faces sudden cash demands, as its cushion is both thin and eroding. The metric directly supports the overall CAUTIOUS verdict, as a low and declining current ratio signals potential liquidity strain that aligns with a cautious outlook.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Current Ratio tell investors about CHPT?

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 CHPT's Current Ratio compare to its sector?

CHPT's Current Ratio of 1.15x compares to a Consumer Cyclical sector median of 1.44x, placing it in the 30th percentile.

Who are CHPT's closest peers by Current Ratio?

The closest Consumer Cyclical peers by Current Ratio include: JD (1.18x), MELI (1.16x), XPEV (1.14x), RH (1.13x), BBY (1.12x).

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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.