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DTE Current Ratio Analysis

0.95x

Updated 321h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

The current ratio measures whether a company can pay short-term obligations with short-term assets; at 0.95x, DTE covers only 95% of its current liabilities.

Sector Performance

29th percentile

DTE

0.95x

Sector Median

1.26x

Sector Avg

2.61x

Prior Period

1.29x(May 2026)

↓ Declining

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Deep Analysis

The current ratio measures whether a company can pay short-term obligations with short-term assets; at 0.95x, DTE covers only 95% of its current liabilities.

This sits below the sector median of 1.25x and places DTE in the 29th percentile among peers, meaning most comparable companies have stronger liquidity. The trend data is not available: both the year-over-year change and quarter-over-quarter change are reported as N/A, so no directional signal can be drawn from this metric. The combination of a below-median level and no trend history points to a liquidity position that is weaker than typical peers, with limited information on whether it is improving or deteriorating. This raises near-term risk, as a ratio under 1.0x implies a potential shortfall if liabilities come due all at once. That supports the overall CAUTIOUS verdict rather than contradicting it.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Current Ratio tell investors about DTE?

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 DTE's closest peers by Current Ratio?

The closest peers by Current Ratio include: NWS (1.62x), ESTC (1.68x), DXCM (1.73x), GLW (1.81x), TEL (1.88x).

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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.