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PLTR Current Ratio Analysis

7.23x

Higher than 96% of Technology sector peers

Updated 539h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

The current ratio measures a company's ability to cover short-term obligations with short-term assets; Palantir's 7.23x means it holds $7.23 in current assets for every $1 of current liabilities.

Sector Performance

96th percentile

PLTR

7.23x

Sector Median

1.99x

Sector Avg

15.09x

Prior Period

6.91x(Aug 2026)

↑ Improving

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Deep Analysis

The current ratio measures a company's ability to cover short-term obligations with short-term assets; Palantir's 7.23x means it holds $7.23 in current assets for every $1 of current liabilities.

This is far above the Technology sector median of 1.99x, placing Palantir in the 94th percentile of peers for liquidity. The year-over-year change is N/A, but the quarter-over-quarter change is +4.6%, with the ratio rising from 6.91x to 7.23x over the latest two periods. Because the trend data is limited to a single quarter, the high level combined with a modest QoQ increase suggests strong short-term safety but also potential inefficiency, as excess cash and assets could be deployed more productively. This does not contradict the overall NEUTRAL verdict: the ample liquidity lowers near-term distress risk, but it does not by itself signal compelling growth or valuation appeal. Overall, the metric supports a neutral stance rather than a bullish or bearish one.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Current Ratio tell investors about PLTR?

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 PLTR's Current Ratio compare to its sector?

PLTR's Current Ratio of 7.23x compares to a Technology sector median of 1.99x, placing it in the 96th percentile.

Who are PLTR's closest peers by Current Ratio?

The closest Technology peers by Current Ratio include: ZS (1.86x), ADI (1.75x), APH (1.71x), BILL (1.66x), CRWD (1.53x).

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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.