SHELNEUTRAL

SHEL Current Ratio Analysis

1.27x

Higher than 78% of Energy sector peers

Updated 384h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

The current ratio of 1.27x means that for every dollar of short-term liabilities, SHEL has $1.27 in short-term assets to cover them, indicating a healthy ability to meet near-term obligations.

Sector Performance

78th percentile

SHEL

1.27x

Sector Median

0.90x

Sector Avg

0.99x

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Deep Analysis

The current ratio of 1.27x means that for every dollar of short-term liabilities, SHEL has $1.27 in short-term assets to cover them, indicating a healthy ability to meet near-term obligations.

Among Energy sector peers, this ratio places SHEL well above the median of 0.90x, ranking in the 78th percentile. No trend data is available because the year-over-year change, quarter-over-quarter change, and historical values beyond the single figure are all reported as N/A. Without a trend, investors cannot see whether liquidity has been improving or deteriorating, which adds uncertainty despite the strong current level. This combination of a high relative ratio but no directional information suggests limited near-term liquidity risk, yet the missing trend prevents a fuller assessment of financial stability. The metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict: the favorable level is a positive indicator, but the absence of trend data keeps the view balanced rather than bullish or bearish.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Current Ratio tell investors about SHEL?

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 SHEL's Current Ratio compare to its sector?

SHEL's Current Ratio of 1.27x compares to a Energy sector median of 0.90x, placing it in the 78th percentile.

Who are SHEL's closest peers by Current Ratio?

The closest Energy peers by Current Ratio include: PXD (0.90x), APA (0.92x), NOVA (0.78x), VTLE (0.78x), CHRD (1.02x).

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.

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SHEL

1.27x

Sector Median

0.90x

Sector Avg

0.99x

How SHEL's Current Ratio compares to sector peers.

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