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SWK Quick Ratio Analysis

0.42x

Updated 33h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

A quick ratio of 0.42x means SWK has only $0.42 of highly liquid assets—cash, marketable securities, and receivables—for every $1 of current liabilities due within a year.

Sector Performance

25th percentile

SWK

0.42x

Sector Median

0.72x

Sector Avg

2.70x

Prior Period

0.28x(Jul 2026)

↑ Improving

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Deep Analysis

A quick ratio of 0.42x means SWK has only $0.42 of highly liquid assets—cash, marketable securities, and receivables—for every $1 of current liabilities due within a year.

That level is below the sector median of 0.72x and places the company at the 25th percentile among peers, indicating weaker short-term liquidity than most. The trend data is limited: the 8-quarter history and year-over-year change are not available, but the quarter-over-quarter change shows a +50.0% improvement from 0.28x to 0.42x. The combination of a low ratio versus peers with a recent upward move implies ongoing risk in covering near-term obligations, yet the current direction offers a chance that liquidity is stabilizing. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict: the weak absolute level justifies caution, while the positive quarterly shift prevents a more bearish stance.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Quick Ratio tell investors about SWK?

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 SWK'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.