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CPB Current Ratio Analysis

0.87x

Higher than 38% of Consumer Defensive sector peers

Updated 77h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

The current ratio of 0.87x means that for every $1 of short-term liabilities, the company holds $0.87 in short-term assets, indicating a slight liquidity shortfall.

Sector Performance

38th percentile

CPB

0.87x

Sector Median

0.98x

Sector Avg

1.15x

Prior Period

1.01x(Apr 2026)

↓ Declining

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Deep Analysis

The current ratio of 0.87x means that for every $1 of short-term liabilities, the company holds $0.87 in short-term assets, indicating a slight liquidity shortfall.

Compared to sector peers, this sits above the Consumer Defensive median of 0.84x, placing CPB in the 55th percentile. The trend direction is unavailable, with both the year-over-year change and quarter-over-quarter change marked as N/A, so no momentum can be assessed. A liquidity level below 1.0x is typical for this sector, and the absence of trend data removes any signal of deterioration or improvement. The modestly above-median level paired with unknown trend presents a balanced risk profile rather than a clear edge. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as it neither elevates nor undermines the stock's near-term outlook.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Current Ratio tell investors about CPB?

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 CPB's Current Ratio compare to its sector?

CPB's Current Ratio of 0.87x compares to a Consumer Defensive sector median of 0.98x, placing it in the 38th percentile.

Who are CPB's closest peers by Current Ratio?

The closest Consumer Defensive peers by Current Ratio include: PM (0.98x), ABEV (1.03x), COTY (0.82x), WMT (0.77x), ADM (1.31x).

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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.