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DUK Current Ratio Analysis

0.66x

Updated 81h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

The current ratio measures a company’s ability to cover short-term debts with short-term assets; DUK’s 0.66x means it holds $0.66 in current assets for every $1.00 of current liabilities.

Sector Performance

13th percentile

DUK

0.66x

Sector Median

1.26x

Sector Avg

2.61x

Prior Period

0.55x(Apr 2026)

↑ Improving

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Deep Analysis

The current ratio measures a company’s ability to cover short-term debts with short-term assets; DUK’s 0.66x means it holds $0.66 in current assets for every $1.00 of current liabilities.

That level sits below the sector median of 1.22x, placing DUK at the 12th percentile among peers. The trend is not available: the year-over-year change is N/A, the quarter-over-quarter change is N/A, and no historical values beyond the current 0.66x were reported. The low ratio points to higher liquidity risk than most sector peers, but with no trend data there is no signal of whether that risk is increasing or easing. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict: the liquidity weakness is a real concern, yet the absence of trend information keeps it from justifying a more negative stance.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Current Ratio tell investors about DUK?

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 DUK'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.