CPRT Current Ratio Analysis
Updated 168h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
The current ratio of 7.61x means the company holds $7.61 in current assets for every $1 of short-term liabilities, indicating it can easily cover its near-term obligations.
Sector Performance
98th percentileCPRT
7.61x
Sector Median
1.20x
Sector Avg
2.57x
Prior Period
10.06x(Apr 2026)
Deep Analysis
The current ratio of 7.61x means the company holds $7.61 in current assets for every $1 of short-term liabilities, indicating it can easily cover its near-term obligations.
This is far above the sector median of 1.20x, placing CPRT in the 98th percentile among peers—a sign of exceptional liquidity relative to its industry. The metric shows no trend because the year-over-year and quarter-over-quarter changes are listed as N/A, and there is no historical data beyond the single value of 7.61x. Without a trend, the high level alone suggests a low short-term financial risk, but it may also imply inefficient use of excess cash that could otherwise be invested for growth. This elevated ratio does not contradict the NEUTRAL verdict, as strong liquidity is a positive cushion but does not alone justify a bullish or bearish stance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Current Ratio tell investors about CPRT?
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 CPRT's closest peers by Current Ratio?
The closest peers by Current Ratio include: GEN (0.40x), USB (0.40x), CHTR (0.40x), DRI (0.39x), WFC (0.34x).
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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.
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7.61x
Sector Median
1.20x
Sector Avg
2.57x
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