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FMC Quick Ratio Analysis

1.07x

Updated 129h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

A quick ratio of 1.07x means the company has $1.07 in liquid assets (cash, marketable securities, and receivables) for every $1 of short-term liabilities, so it can cover near-term obligations without selling inventory.

Sector Performance

71th percentile

FMC

1.07x

Sector Median

0.72x

Sector Avg

2.70x

Prior Period

0.69x(Jul 2026)

↑ Improving
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Deep Analysis

A quick ratio of 1.07x means the company has $1.07 in liquid assets (cash, marketable securities, and receivables) for every $1 of short-term liabilities, so it can cover near-term obligations without selling inventory.

This sits above the sector median of 0.72x and lands in the 71st percentile among peers, indicating better short-term liquidity than most. The trend is not available: the year-over-year change is N/A, the quarter-over-quarter change is N/A, and there are no historical values beyond the current reading. With a favorable level but no trend data, the main risk is limited to the unknown direction of liquidity rather than an obvious deterioration or improvement. This level alone suggests a lower chance of near-term cash stress, but the lack of history leaves uncertainty about whether that cushion is growing or shrinking. Overall, the strong relative quick ratio supports the NEUTRAL verdict but does not push it toward a more positive or negative stance, as liquidity is only one part of the picture.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Quick Ratio tell investors about FMC?

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 FMC's closest peers by Quick Ratio?

The closest peers by Quick Ratio include: OMC (0.67x), KO (0.66x), SIEGY (0.64x), TAP (0.60x), LW (0.60x).

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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FMC

1.07x

Sector Median

0.72x

Sector Avg

2.70x

How FMC's Quick Ratio compares to sector peers.

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