KCAUTIOUS

Current Ratio

0.68x

Updated 1928h ago

Sector Performance

13th percentile

K

0.68x

Sector Median

1.20x

Sector Avg

2.57x

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Deep Analysis

The current ratio of 0.68x means the company has only $0.68 in current assets (like cash and receivables) for every $1.00 of short-term liabilities due within a year, indicating potential difficulty meeting near-term obligations.

This sits well below the sector median of 1.21x, ranking in the 14th percentile among peers — meaning 86% of similar companies have a healthier liquidity position. No year-over-year change or quarter-over-quarter change is available, and the trend direction over the last eight quarters is also not provided, so there is no historical context to assess whether the ratio is improving or worsening. The combination of a low current ratio with no trend data signals a notable liquidity risk at this single point in time, but without a track record it is impossible to judge if this is a temporary or persistent condition. This metric contradicts a bullish outlook and instead leans toward caution, yet it does not alone warrant a negative verdict because the absence of trend limits its predictive value. The neutral overall verdict is supported: the weak ratio suggests downside risk, but the lack of direction prevents a firm downgrade.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Current Ratio tell investors about K?

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 K's closest peers by Current Ratio?

The closest peers by Current Ratio include: SPG (0.41x), CHTR (0.40x), USB (0.40x), GEN (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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K

0.68x

Sector Median

1.20x

Sector Avg

2.57x

How K's Current Ratio compares to sector peers.

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