Current Ratio
Updated 366h ago
Sector Performance
17th percentileKMB
0.77x
Sector Median
1.20x
Sector Avg
2.57x
Deep Analysis
The current ratio of 0.77x measures a company’s ability to cover short-term liabilities with short-term assets; a value below 1.0x indicates that KMB’s current liabilities exceed its current assets.
This is well below the sector median of 1.21x, placing KMB in the 17th percentile among its peers, meaning nearly 83% of sector companies have higher liquidity. The year-over-year change and quarter-over-quarter change are both marked as N/A, and the available data shows a single value of 0.77x, so no trend direction can be assessed. The combination of a low current ratio with no historical trend information heightens liquidity risk, as the company may struggle to meet near-term obligations without relying on external financing or asset sales. This metric directly supports the overall CAUTIOUS verdict, since the thin liquidity position adds financial vulnerability beyond the average peer.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Current Ratio tell investors about KMB?
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 KMB'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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0.77x
Sector Median
1.20x
Sector Avg
2.57x
How KMB's Current Ratio compares to sector peers.
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