Quick Ratio
Updated 272h ago
Sector Performance
82th percentileHST
1.37x
Sector Median
0.71x
Sector Avg
3.05x
Deep Analysis
The quick ratio measures a company's ability to pay short-term liabilities using its most liquid assets; a ratio above 1.0 generally indicates enough liquidity to cover immediate obligations.
HST’s current quick ratio of 1.37x sits well above the sector median of 0.72x and places the company in the 82nd percentile among its peers, suggesting stronger short-term liquidity than most competitors. Both the year-over-year change and quarter-over-quarter change are listed as N/A, so no trend data is available to assess direction over those periods. The combination of a high absolute level with no trend information means investors cannot judge whether liquidity is improving or declining, leaving an incomplete picture of recent financial health. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict because the strong liquidity level alone does not signal a clear buying or selling opportunity, especially without trend context.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Quick Ratio tell investors about HST?
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 HST'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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1.37x
Sector Median
0.71x
Sector Avg
3.05x
How HST's Quick Ratio compares to sector peers.
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