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JBL Current Ratio Analysis

0.98x

Updated 201h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

The current ratio of 0.98x means JBL has $0.98 of current assets for every $1.00 of current liabilities, indicating that its short-term assets do not fully cover its short-term obligations.

Sector Performance

30th percentile

JBL

0.98x

Sector Median

1.26x

Sector Avg

2.61x

Prior Period

1.01x(Jun 2026)

↓ Declining

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Deep Analysis

The current ratio of 0.98x means JBL has $0.98 of current assets for every $1.00 of current liabilities, indicating that its short-term assets do not fully cover its short-term obligations.

This sits below the sector median of 1.25x, placing JBL at the 31st percentile among sector peers, so most comparable companies have a stronger liquidity cushion. The trend data is not available: the year-over-year change is N/A and the quarter-over-quarter change is N/A, with only the current 0.98x figure provided. Because the ratio is below 1.0 and any direction of change is unknown, the level alone suggests a potential liquidity risk, though without a trend it is unclear if the position is improving or worsening. This metric directly supports the overall CAUTIOUS verdict, as a current ratio below both 1.0x and the sector median points to weaker short-term financial flexibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Current Ratio tell investors about JBL?

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 JBL'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.