KDPNEUTRAL

KDP Quick Ratio Analysis

0.24x

Higher than 13% of Consumer Defensive sector peers

Updated 395h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

The quick ratio measures a company's ability to pay short-term debts using only its most liquid assets, like cash, and at 0.24x, KDP has $0.24 for every $1 of current liabilities.

Sector Performance

13th percentile

KDP

0.24x

Sector Median

0.34x

Sector Avg

0.46x

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Deep Analysis

The quick ratio measures a company's ability to pay short-term debts using only its most liquid assets, like cash, and at 0.24x, KDP has $0.24 for every $1 of current liabilities.

This is below the consumer defensive sector median of 0.39x, placing KDP in the 11th percentile among peers, meaning most competitors hold more liquid assets relative to their short-term obligations. The trend is N/A, with no year-over-year or quarter-over-quarter change available, so there is no data showing whether liquidity has improved or deteriorated. This combination of a low ratio and no trend information implies a higher immediate short-term risk, but also no clear direction for that risk. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict because the weak liquidity level is a cautionary factor, but the lack of trend data prevents it from outweighing other considerations.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Quick Ratio tell investors about KDP?

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.

How does KDP's Quick Ratio compare to its sector?

KDP's Quick Ratio of 0.24x compares to a Consumer Defensive sector median of 0.34x, placing it in the 13th percentile.

Who are KDP's closest peers by Quick Ratio?

The closest Consumer Defensive peers by Quick Ratio include: MO (0.34x), COTY (0.35x), CPB (0.32x), ADM (0.28x), PM (0.42x).

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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.