Current Ratio
Updated 438h ago
Sector Performance
75th percentileDOW
1.85x
Sector Median
1.20x
Sector Avg
2.57x
Deep Analysis
With a current ratio of 1.85x, the company has $1.85 in current assets for every $1 of current liabilities, indicating it can comfortably cover short-term obligations.
This ratio sits well above the sector median of 1.21x, placing the company in the 74th percentile among its peers. The metric has no year-over-year or quarter-over-quarter change data available, and no trend over the last eight quarters is reported. Because the level is strong but the trend history is missing, it is unclear whether the liquidity position is improving or deteriorating, reducing the ability to assess forward risk or opportunity. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict: the current ratio is solidly above the sector, but without directional movement, it does not signal a clear advantage or concern.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Current Ratio tell investors about DOW?
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 DOW's closest peers by Current Ratio?
The closest peers by Current Ratio include: KEY (0.42x), GEN (0.40x), CHTR (0.40x), USB (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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1.85x
Sector Median
1.20x
Sector Avg
2.57x
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