Quick Ratio
Updated 464h ago
Sector Performance
14th percentileES
0.29x
Sector Median
0.71x
Sector Avg
3.05x
Deep Analysis
A quick ratio of 0.29x means that for every $1 of current liabilities, the company has only $0.29 in cash, marketable securities, and receivables — indicating a very thin short-term liquidity cushion.
This figure sits well below the sector median of 0.73x, placing it in the 12th percentile among peers, meaning 88% of sector companies have a higher quick ratio. The metric has been stable over the last eight quarters, though it fell 6.5% quarter over quarter, with no year-over-year change available. While the low absolute level suggests elevated near-term liquidity risk, the stable trend implies that this has been a persistent characteristic rather than a sudden deterioration. For a neutral-rated stock, this weak quick ratio introduces a downside risk that the overall verdict already factors in, but it does not single-handedly overturn the balance. The combination of a below-median ratio and a stable, slightly declining trend supports the cautious stance behind the NEUTRAL verdict without making it more bearish.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Quick Ratio tell investors about ES?
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 ES's closest peers by Quick Ratio?
The closest peers by Quick Ratio include: EXR (0.16x), NIO (0.13x), DRI (0.13x), AWK (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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0.29x
Sector Median
0.71x
Sector Avg
3.05x
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