Quick Ratio
Updated 126h ago
Sector Performance
34th percentileEQIX
0.54x
Sector Median
0.72x
Sector Avg
3.05x
Deep Analysis
The quick ratio of 0.54x measures a company’s ability to cover its immediate obligations using only its most liquid assets—cash, marketable securities, and receivables—excluding inventory.
This value sits below the sector median of 0.72x, placing EQIX in the 34th percentile among its peers, meaning it is less liquid than about two-thirds of comparable firms. Trend data is not available: the year-over-year change and quarter-over-quarter change are both listed as N/A, so no directional information can be derived from the metric. The combination of a low quick ratio and the absence of trend data suggests a liquidity risk but leaves investors without a clear signal of whether the situation is improving or deteriorating. This metric partially contradicts the overall NEUTRAL verdict because a sub‑median quick ratio typically warrants caution, yet the lack of a trend prevents a more negative view. On balance, the quick ratio’s level is a concern, but the verdict remains NEUTRAL as other factors likely offset this weakness.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Quick Ratio tell investors about EQIX?
A strict liquidity test. Values below 1.0 suggest a company may struggle to cover short-term obligations without selling inventory.
How is the Quick Ratio calculated?
Quick Ratio is calculated as: (Cash + Receivables) / Current Liabilities.
Who are EQIX's closest peers by Quick Ratio?
The closest peers by Quick Ratio include: EXR (0.16x), AWK (0.13x), DRI (0.13x), NIO (0.13x), SRE (0.11x).
The Formula
(Cash + Receivables) / Current Liabilities
Why It Matters
A strict liquidity test. Values below 1.0 suggest a company may struggle to cover short-term obligations without selling inventory.
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0.54x
Sector Median
0.72x
Sector Avg
3.05x
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