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DIS Current Ratio Analysis

0.68x

Higher than 0% of Communication Services sector peers

Updated 162h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

The current ratio of 0.68x means Disney has only $0.68 in short-term assets for every $1.00 of short-term liabilities, indicating limited liquidity to cover debts due within a year.

Sector Performance

0th percentile

DIS

0.68x

Sector Median

1.85x

Sector Avg

2.97x

Prior Period

0.65x(Jun 2026)

↑ Improving

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Deep Analysis

The current ratio of 0.68x means Disney has only $0.68 in short-term assets for every $1.00 of short-term liabilities, indicating limited liquidity to cover debts due within a year.

This ratio sits far below the Communication Services sector median of 1.89x, placing Disney at the 0th percentile among peers—the lowest possible rank. Year-over-year change is not available, but the metric improved 4.6% quarter-over-quarter from 0.65x to 0.68x. The combination of a very low absolute level with a modest positive trend suggests that while liquidity remains tight, the slight uptick may reduce immediate pressure, yet the risk of a cash shortfall persists. This weak liquidity profile contradicts the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as it points to a specific vulnerability that could weigh on the stock’s safety.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Current Ratio tell investors about DIS?

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 DIS's Current Ratio compare to its sector?

DIS's Current Ratio of 0.68x compares to a Communication Services sector median of 1.85x, placing it in the 0th percentile.

Who are DIS's closest peers by Current Ratio?

The closest Communication Services peers by Current Ratio include: BIDU (1.85x), GOOGL (1.92x), YELP (1.74x), ZD (1.66x), SPOT (2.06x).

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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.