Quick Ratio
Higher than 68% of Industrials sector peers
Updated 271h ago
Sector Performance
68th percentilePWR
0.85x
Sector Median
0.68x
Sector Avg
1.72x
Deep Analysis
The quick ratio of 0.85x measures Quanta Services’ ability to cover its short-term obligations using its most liquid assets (cash, marketable securities, and receivables) without relying on inventory sales.
This value sits above the sector median of 0.71x and places the company in the 63rd percentile among its Industrials peers, indicating a relatively stronger liquidity position. No year-over-year or quarter-over-quarter changes are available, as the trend direction over the last eight quarters and all historical values are reported as N/A, meaning no trend can be assessed from the data provided. Without a trend, the current level alone suggests a moderate liquidity buffer, but the absence of directional movement leaves the risk or opportunity profile unclear. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict because the ratio is neither critically low nor exceptionally high relative to peers, and the lack of historical data prevents any strong bullish or bearish signal.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Quick Ratio tell investors about PWR?
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.
How does PWR's Quick Ratio compare to its sector?
PWR's Quick Ratio of 0.85x compares to a Industrials sector median of 0.68x, placing it in the 68th percentile.
Who are PWR's closest peers by Quick Ratio?
The closest Industrials peers by Quick Ratio include: AVY (0.68x), BLDR (0.71x), ROK (0.62x), GXO (0.75x), PLUG (0.61x).
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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0.85x
Sector Median
0.68x
Sector Avg
1.72x
How PWR's Quick Ratio compares to sector peers.
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