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MTDR Current Ratio Analysis

0.73x

Higher than 33% of Energy sector peers

Updated 557h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

The current ratio measures a company’s ability to cover short-term obligations with short-term assets; at 0.73x, MTDR has only $0.73 in current assets for every $1 of current liabilities.

Sector Performance

33th percentile

MTDR

0.73x

Sector Median

0.78x

Sector Avg

0.91x

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Deep Analysis

The current ratio measures a company’s ability to cover short-term obligations with short-term assets; at 0.73x, MTDR has only $0.73 in current assets for every $1 of current liabilities.

This sits below the Energy sector median of 0.81x, placing MTDR at the 35th percentile among sector peers, meaning most peers have higher liquidity. The trend is N/A, with both year-over-year and quarter-over-quarter changes not available, so no directional insight can be drawn. The combination of a below-median level and no trend data suggests a modest liquidity constraint, but one that is not extreme given the sector’s generally low ratios. This does not clearly raise or lower risk on its own; it points to a neutral liquidity profile. The metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as it neither signals a pressing shortfall nor an advantage over peers.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Current Ratio tell investors about MTDR?

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.

How does MTDR's Current Ratio compare to its sector?

MTDR's Current Ratio of 0.73x compares to a Energy sector median of 0.78x, placing it in the 33th percentile.

Who are MTDR's closest peers by Current Ratio?

The closest Energy peers by Current Ratio include: NOVA (0.78x), VTLE (0.78x), ENB (0.81x), SPWR (0.71x), PXD (0.90x).

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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.