Current Ratio
Updated 248h ago
Sector Performance
40th percentileCVX
1.09x
Sector Median
1.20x
Sector Avg
2.57x
Deep Analysis
The current ratio of 1.09x means that for every dollar of short-term liabilities, CVX has $1.09 in current assets (cash, receivables, inventory) to cover them—a measure of near-term financial health.
That ratio sits below the sector median of 1.21x, placing CVX in the 40th percentile among its peers, indicating lower liquidity relative to many competitors. No year-over-year or quarter-over-quarter change data is available, and the historical record shows only this single period, so no trend can be assessed. The below-median level, combined with the absence of a trend, suggests limited immediate risk from the current ratio alone but offers no signal of improvement or deterioration. This metric supports the overall CAUTIOUS verdict, as the company holds a thinner liquidity buffer than the typical sector peer.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Current Ratio tell investors about CVX?
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 CVX's closest peers by Current Ratio?
The closest peers by Current Ratio include: SPG (0.41x), CHTR (0.40x), 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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1.09x
Sector Median
1.20x
Sector Avg
2.57x
How CVX's Current Ratio compares to sector peers.
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