Current Ratio
Updated 181h ago
Sector Performance
5th percentileCHTR
0.40x
Sector Median
1.20x
Sector Avg
2.57x
Deep Analysis
Charter Communications’ current ratio of 0.40x means that for every dollar of short-term liabilities, the company holds only $0.40 in current assets—a measure of its ability to pay debts due within a year.
This places it far below the sector median of 1.20x, ranking in the 4th percentile among sector peers, indicating substantially weaker short-term liquidity than most competitors. Because year-over-year and quarter-over-quarter changes are both listed as N/A, there is no trend data available to gauge whether the ratio is improving or deteriorating. The combination of a very low current ratio with no trend information suggests an elevated risk of liquidity strain, as the company may struggle to cover near-term obligations without external financing. This metric directly supports the overall CAUTIOUS verdict, as the 0.40x level alone signals a potential financial stress point that warrants caution.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Current Ratio tell investors about CHTR?
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 CHTR's closest peers by Current Ratio?
The closest peers by Current Ratio include: KEY (0.42x), SPG (0.41x), 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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0.40x
Sector Median
1.20x
Sector Avg
2.57x
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