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HLT Current Ratio Analysis

0.65x

Updated 249h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

The current ratio measures a company's ability to pay short-term debts with its short-term assets; HLT's 0.65x means it has $0.65 in current assets for every $1.00 of current liabilities.

Sector Performance

12th percentile

HLT

0.65x

Sector Median

1.26x

Sector Avg

2.61x

Prior Period

0.61x(Jul 2026)

↑ Improving

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Deep Analysis

The current ratio measures a company's ability to pay short-term debts with its short-term assets; HLT's 0.65x means it has $0.65 in current assets for every $1.00 of current liabilities.

This sits well below the sector median of 1.21x, placing the company in the 12th percentile among peers, so most competitors carry a larger liquidity cushion. The year-over-year change is not available, but the quarter-over-quarter change shows a +6.6% improvement, with the ratio rising from 0.61x to 0.65x. The combination of a low absolute level and a modest quarterly uptick suggests HLT still faces near-term liquidity pressure, though the direction is mildly positive. This metric supports the overall CAUTIOUS verdict

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Current Ratio tell investors about HLT?

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 HLT's closest peers by Current Ratio?

The closest peers by Current Ratio include: NWS (1.62x), ESTC (1.68x), DXCM (1.73x), GLW (1.81x), TEL (1.88x).

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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.