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RL Quick Ratio Analysis

1.12x

Updated 345h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

The quick ratio measures cash, marketable securities, and receivables against current liabilities, so 1.12x means RL can cover short-term obligations 1.12 times over without needing to sell inventory.

Sector Performance

74th percentile

1.12x

Sector Median

0.72x

Sector Avg

2.70x

Prior Period

1.36x(Aug 2026)

↓ Declining

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Deep Analysis

This sits above the sector median of 0.72x and at the 74th percentile among peers, indicating stronger liquidity than roughly three-quarters of the sector. The year-over-year change is N/A, but the quarter-over-quarter change is -17.6%, and the trend direction for the last 8 quarters is N/A; the only available history shows a drop from 1.36x to 1.12x. The high level relative to peers offers a cushion, while the quarterly decline suggests liquidity is tightening and could narrow that buffer. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict: liquidity is above average but the downward move prevents a clearly bullish signal.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Quick Ratio tell investors about RL?

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 RL's closest peers by Quick Ratio?

The closest peers by Quick Ratio include: OMC (0.67x), KO (0.66x), SIEGY (0.64x), TAP (0.60x), LW (0.60x).

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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.