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MCD Quick Ratio Analysis

0.82x

Updated 1203h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

The quick ratio of 0.87x measures whether McDonald's can cover its near-term obligations with its most liquid assets, with 1.0x being a common comfort threshold.

Sector Performance

56th percentile

MCD

0.82x

Sector Median

0.71x

Sector Avg

2.67x

Prior Period

0.87x(Aug 2026)

↓ Declining

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Deep Analysis

The quick ratio of 0.87x measures whether McDonald's can cover its near-term obligations with its most liquid assets, with 1.0x being a common comfort threshold.

At 0.87x, it sits above the sector median of 0.72x, placing the company in the 61th percentile among peers. The trend for this metric is N/A, as both the year-over-year and quarter-over-quarter changes are also N/A. With no trend data available, the current level below 1.0x indicates a modest liquidity position but one that is stronger than the typical sector peer. The combination of a below-1.0x ratio and absence of historical movement implies limited immediate liquidity risk, but also no clear improvement or deterioration to assess. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as it neither signals a strong liquidity advantage nor a concerning weakness relative to the sector.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Quick Ratio tell investors about MCD?

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.

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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.