Current Ratio
Higher than 91% of Energy sector peers
Updated 166h ago
Sector Performance
91th percentileCVE
1.57x
Sector Median
0.90x
Sector Avg
0.99x
Deep Analysis
Cenovus Energy’s current ratio of 1.57x means the company has $1.57 in current assets for every $1.00 of short-term liabilities, indicating a solid liquidity cushion to cover obligations due within a year.
This places it well above the energy sector median of 0.91x, ranking in the 91st percentile among peers — a sign that Cenovus holds more relative liquidity than most companies in its industry. Because year-over-year, quarter-over-quarter, and historical trend data are all listed as N/A, there is no available information to assess whether this ratio is improving, deteriorating, or staying flat. The combination of a high current ratio with no trend data suggests that while the current level is favorable from a short-term solvency standpoint, the absence of a directional signal limits the ability to gauge momentum or sustainability. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict: the strong liquidity level reduces immediate distress risk, but without trend context, it does not alone justify an upgrade to bullish or a downgrade to bearish.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Current Ratio tell investors about CVE?
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 CVE's Current Ratio compare to its sector?
CVE's Current Ratio of 1.57x compares to a Energy sector median of 0.90x, placing it in the 91th percentile.
Who are CVE's closest peers by Current Ratio?
The closest Energy peers by Current Ratio include: PXD (0.90x), EPD (0.91x), APA (0.92x), CNQ (0.95x), ENB (0.81x).
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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1.57x
Sector Median
0.90x
Sector Avg
0.99x
How CVE's Current Ratio compares to sector peers.
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