Current Ratio
Higher than 13% of Technology sector peers
Updated 46h ago
Sector Performance
13th percentileDELL
0.95x
Sector Median
1.82x
Sector Avg
10.49x
Deep Analysis
A current ratio of 0.95x means Dell has 95 cents in current assets for every $1 of short-term liabilities, indicating it may struggle to cover immediate obligations if they all came due at once.
This is well below the technology sector median of 1.82x, placing Dell in the 13th percentile among peers—a sign it carries more short-term liquidity risk than most. The year-over-year change is not available, but quarter-over-quarter the ratio rose 4.4%, from 0.91x to 0.95x. Despite the low level, the small sequential improvement suggests some near-term relief in liquidity. That combination—a very low ratio that is barely improving—points to elevated short-term financial risk, which could weigh on investor confidence. This metric contradicts the overall BULLISH verdict on Dell, as its weak liquidity position introduces a downside risk not captured by the stock's positive outlook.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Current Ratio tell investors about DELL?
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 DELL's Current Ratio compare to its sector?
DELL's Current Ratio of 0.95x compares to a Technology sector median of 1.82x, placing it in the 13th percentile.
Who are DELL's closest peers by Current Ratio?
The closest Technology peers by Current Ratio include: SAP (1.07x), UBER (1.07x), AAPL (1.07x), BOX (1.07x), PTC (1.06x).
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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0.95x
Sector Median
1.82x
Sector Avg
10.49x
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