PKG Quick Ratio Analysis
Updated 169h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
The quick ratio measures a company's ability to pay short-term liabilities using its most liquid assets (cash, marketable securities, and receivables), excluding inventory.
Sector Performance
86th percentilePKG
1.63x
Sector Median
0.71x
Sector Avg
3.04x
Prior Period
1.79x(May 2026)
Deep Analysis
The quick ratio measures a company's ability to pay short-term liabilities using its most liquid assets (cash, marketable securities, and receivables), excluding inventory.
PKG's current quick ratio of 1.63x means it has $1.63 in liquid assets for every $1 of current liabilities, well above the sector median of 0.72x and ranking in the 86th percentile among peers—indicating a stronger liquidity position than most. However, the ratio is decreasing over the last eight quarters, with a quarter-over-quarter decline of -8.9% (year-over-year change is not available). The combination of a high current level and a downward trend suggests that while PKG remains more liquid than peers, its liquidity buffer is eroding, which could signal rising risk if the trend continues. This supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict: the strong liquidity level is a positive, but the consistent decline offsets some of that benefit, leaving no clear bullish or bearish edge.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Quick Ratio tell investors about PKG?
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 PKG'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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1.63x
Sector Median
0.71x
Sector Avg
3.04x
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