Current Ratio
Updated 1880h ago
Sector Performance
1th percentileEQR
0.03x
Sector Median
1.20x
Sector Avg
2.57x
Deep Analysis
The current ratio of 0.03x means EQR has only $0.03 in current assets for every $1.00 of short-term liabilities, indicating a very thin buffer to cover debts due within a year.
This is far below the sector median of 1.21x, placing the company in the 1st percentile among its peers — the lowest tier of short-term liquidity. No trend data is available: the year-over-year change, quarter-over-quarter change, and historical values are all listed as N/A, so there is no directional pattern to assess. Without a trend, the extremely low current ratio represents a clear liquidity risk for investors, as even a small cash shortfall could create repayment difficulties. This metric directly contradicts the NEUTRAL overall verdict because such a weak liquidity position typically warrants a bearish assessment, though other factors may offset it.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Current Ratio tell investors about EQR?
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 EQR's closest peers by Current Ratio?
The closest peers by Current Ratio include: KEY (0.42x), SPG (0.41x), CHTR (0.40x), USB (0.40x), GEN (0.40x).
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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0.03x
Sector Median
1.20x
Sector Avg
2.57x
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