MCD Quick Ratio Analysis
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Key Takeaway
The quick ratio of 0.87x means that McDonald's has $0.87 in liquid assets (like cash and receivables) for every $1 of short-term liabilities, indicating it can cover 87% of its immediate obligations without selling inventory.
Sector Performance
61th percentileMCD
0.87x
Sector Median
0.71x
Sector Avg
3.04x
Prior Period
0.74x(Apr 2026)
Deep Analysis
The quick ratio of 0.87x means that McDonald's has $0.87 in liquid assets (like cash and receivables) for every $1 of short-term liabilities, indicating it can cover 87% of its immediate obligations without selling inventory.
This is above the sector median of 0.71x, placing the company in the 61st percentile among peers—a moderately stronger liquidity position than most competitors. Because the year-over-year change, quarter-over-quarter change, and trend over the last eight quarters are all listed as Not Available, there is no historical direction to assess. The combination of an above-median quick ratio with no trend data suggests limited insight into whether liquidity is improving or deteriorating, leaving the near-term risk ambiguous. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as the current level is neither alarmingly low nor exceptionally high, and the absence of trend data prevents any strong conclusion.
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.
Who are MCD's closest peers by Quick Ratio?
The closest peers by Quick Ratio include: WM (0.69x), CHD (0.76x), IRM (0.63x), HIMS (0.60x), WMB (0.59x).
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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.
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0.87x
Sector Median
0.71x
Sector Avg
3.04x
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