Current Ratio
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Sector Performance
83th percentileINTC
2.31x
Sector Median
1.20x
Sector Avg
2.57x
Deep Analysis
The current ratio of 2.31x means the company has $2.31 in current assets for every $1 of current liabilities, indicating a strong ability to cover short-term obligations.
This exceeds the sector median of 1.21x, placing the company in the 82nd percentile among its peers—meaning it has higher liquidity than most. The year-over-year change is not available, and the quarter-over-quarter change is also not available, so no trend can be assessed from the single data point. A high current ratio with no trend history suggests limited insight into liquidity risk, though the absolute level implies low near-term financial distress. This metric alone does not contradict the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as favorable liquidity is offset by the lack of trend data to gauge direction. The strong peer comparison supports a stable foundation, but without trend information, no momentum or deterioration can be inferred.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Current Ratio tell investors about INTC?
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 INTC's closest peers by Current Ratio?
The closest peers by Current Ratio include: KEY (0.42x), GEN (0.40x), CHTR (0.40x), USB (0.40x), DRI (0.39x).
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.
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2.31x
Sector Median
1.20x
Sector Avg
2.57x
How INTC's Current Ratio compares to sector peers.
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