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SWKS Current Ratio Analysis

3.10x

Updated 57h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

The current ratio of 3.10x means SWKS has $3.10 in current assets (like cash and receivables) for every $1 of current liabilities due within a year, indicating ample short-term liquidity.

Sector Performance

88th percentile

SWKS

3.10x

Sector Median

1.26x

Sector Avg

2.61x

Prior Period

2.38x(Jul 2026)

↑ Improving

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Deep Analysis

The current ratio of 3.10x means SWKS has $3.10 in current assets (like cash and receivables) for every $1 of current liabilities due within a year, indicating ample short-term liquidity.

This is far above the sector median of 1.19x, placing SWKS in the 90th percentile of peers for liquidity. The trend shows no year-over-year change is available, but quarter-over-quarter the ratio rose 30.3% from 2.38x to 3.10x. The combination of a high level and rising short-term trend suggests very low default risk, yet it may also reflect excess cash or inventory that could be deployed more productively. This metric supports the cautious verdict because while financial safety is strong, the company's large cash cushion does not in itself signal growth or profitability, aligning with a cautious overall stance.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Current Ratio tell investors about SWKS?

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.

Who are SWKS's closest peers by Current Ratio?

The closest peers by Current Ratio include: NWS (1.62x), ESTC (1.68x), DXCM (1.73x), GLW (1.81x), TEL (1.88x).

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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.