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KIM Current Ratio Analysis

5.23x

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Key Takeaway

A current ratio of 5.23x means KIM has $5.23 in short-term assets (like cash and receivables) for every $1 of short-term liabilities due within a year, indicating strong liquidity.

Sector Performance

95th percentile

KIM

5.23x

Sector Median

1.26x

Sector Avg

2.61x

Prior Period

3.78x(Aug 2026)

↑ Improving

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Deep Analysis

A current ratio of 5.23x means KIM has $5.23 in short-term assets (like cash and receivables) for every $1 of short-term liabilities due within a year, indicating strong liquidity.

KIM’s ratio is far above the sector median of 1.25x, placing it in the 96th percentile among peer companies. The year-over-year change is unavailable, but the quarter-over-quarter change shows a rise of 38.4%, with the metric improving from 3.78x to 5.23x. The combination of a very high level and a sharp upward trend lowers short-term default risk, though it may also signal excess idle capital that could be deployed more productively. This liquidity strength supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as it confirms balance-sheet safety without pointing to a clear upside catalyst.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Current Ratio tell investors about KIM?

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 KIM's closest peers by Current Ratio?

The closest peers by Current Ratio include: NWS (1.62x), IR (1.62x), ESTC (1.68x), DXCM (1.73x), GLW (1.81x).

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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.