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COHU Current Ratio Analysis

5.74x

Updated 396h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

A current ratio measures a company’s ability to cover short-term obligations with short-term assets, and COHU’s 5.74x means it holds $5.74 of current assets for every $1 of current liabilities.

Sector Performance

96th percentile

COHU

5.74x

Sector Median

1.26x

Sector Avg

2.58x

Prior Period

6.43x(Jul 2026)

↓ Declining

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Deep Analysis

A current ratio measures a company’s ability to cover short-term obligations with short-term assets, and COHU’s 5.74x means it holds $5.74 of current assets for every $1 of current liabilities.

That is far above the sector median of 1.25x, placing COHU in the 97th percentile among peers. The year-over-year change is N/A, while the quarter-over-quarter change is -10.7%, reflecting a drop from 6.43x to 5.74x in the latest period. The eight-quarter trend is also N/A, so only the most recent two values are available. A very high ratio combined with a single quarterly decline suggests ample liquidity but also a possible shift toward more normal working-capital efficiency, which may indicate reduced cash buildup or increased liabilities. This metric supports the overall CAUTIOUS verdict because the extreme liquidity level may signal underused assets or defensive positioning, while the downward move warrants monitoring even though current coverage remains strong.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Current Ratio tell investors about COHU?

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 COHU's closest peers by Current Ratio?

The closest peers by Current Ratio include: MTB (0.32x), ESS (0.31x), DRI (0.31x), TRNO (0.31x), CINF (0.29x).

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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.