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FFIV Current Ratio Analysis

1.61x

Updated 264h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

The current ratio measures a company’s ability to pay short-term obligations with its short-term assets.

Sector Performance

69th percentile

FFIV

1.61x

Sector Median

1.20x

Sector Avg

2.57x

Prior Period

1.59x(May 2026)

↑ Improving

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Deep Analysis

The current ratio measures a company’s ability to pay short-term obligations with its short-term assets.

FFIV’s ratio of 1.61x means it holds $1.61 in current assets for every $1.00 of current liabilities. That level is above the sector median of 1.19x, placing FFIV in the 69th percentile among its peers. The year-over-year change is not available, but the ratio rose 1.3% quarter-over-quarter from 1.59x to 1.61x. With only two quarters of data, the upward move suggests a slight improvement in liquidity, though the short history limits confidence in the trend. The combination of a ratio well above the sector median and a modest quarterly increase indicates low short-term liquidity risk, but no clear catalyst for a stronger investment case. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict by showing adequate financial health without signaling a decisive advantage or vulnerability.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Current Ratio tell investors about FFIV?

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 FFIV's closest peers by Current Ratio?

The closest peers by Current Ratio include: GEN (0.40x), USB (0.40x), CHTR (0.40x), DRI (0.39x), WFC (0.34x).

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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.