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PCAR Current Ratio Analysis

3.12x

Updated 6h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

The current ratio measures a company’s ability to pay short-term debts with its short-term assets; a value of 3.12x means PCAR holds $3.12 in current assets for every $1 of current liabilities.

Sector Performance

88th percentile

PCAR

3.12x

Sector Median

1.26x

Sector Avg

2.61x

Prior Period

3.11x(Jul 2026)

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Deep Analysis

The current ratio measures a company’s ability to pay short-term debts with its short-term assets; a value of 3.12x means PCAR holds $3.12 in current assets for every $1 of current liabilities.

That level sits well above the sector median of 1.22x, placing PCAR in the 91st percentile of sector peers. The trend data is limited: the year-over-year change is not available, while the quarter-over-quarter change is a slight rise of +0.3%, from 3.11x to 3.12x. The combination of a high ratio and a small upward move indicates strong, improving short-term liquidity, reducing near-term default risk. For an investor, this is a reassuring signal, but it does not by itself point to a buying or selling opportunity. This metric therefore supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict: it confirms financial stability without providing a reason to shift the rating.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Current Ratio tell investors about PCAR?

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 PCAR's closest peers by Current Ratio?

The closest peers by Current Ratio include: NWS (1.62x), IR (1.62x), ESTC (1.68x), DXCM (1.73x), GLW (1.81x).

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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.