Current Ratio
Updated 270h ago
Sector Performance
17th percentileMKC
0.78x
Sector Median
1.20x
Sector Avg
2.57x
Deep Analysis
With a current ratio of 0.78x, the company has $0.78 in current assets for every $1.00 in short-term liabilities, meaning it may struggle to cover debts due within a year.
Sector peers have a median current ratio of 1.21x, placing MKC at the 17th percentile — well below typical liquidity levels. The year-over-year change is not available, but the quarter-over-quarter movement is +2.6% (from 0.76x to 0.78x), indicating a slight improvement. While the absolute level remains low against the sector, the upward trend in the most recent quarter reduces some immediate cash-flow risk. This combination of a low current ratio with a small recent gain points to a liquidity constraint that warrants monitoring, rather than a clear opportunity or severe threat. The metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict by highlighting a notable weakness that is partially offset by the positive quarterly shift.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Current Ratio tell investors about MKC?
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 MKC'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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0.78x
Sector Median
1.20x
Sector Avg
2.57x
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