SYKNEUTRAL

SYK Current Ratio Analysis

2.11x

Updated 48h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

The current ratio of 2.11x means SYK has $2.11 in current assets for every $1.00 of current liabilities, measuring its ability to cover short-term obligations.

Sector Performance

80th percentile

SYK

2.11x

Sector Median

1.20x

Sector Avg

2.57x

Prior Period

1.89x(Apr 2026)

↑ Improving

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Deep Analysis

The current ratio of 2.11x means SYK has $2.11 in current assets for every $1.00 of current liabilities, measuring its ability to cover short-term obligations.

This sits well above the sector median of 1.20x, placing the company in the 80th percentile among peers. Both the year-over-year and quarter-over-quarter changes are listed as N/A, and no trend direction is available over the last eight quarters. Without trend data, the high current ratio signals a comfortable liquidity position, but the lack of change makes it unclear if this buffer is improving or eroding. This metric alone leans positive, but the overall NEUTRAL verdict likely reflects other factors that offset the strength here—so this indicator does not contradict the neutral stance.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Current Ratio tell investors about SYK?

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 SYK's closest peers by Current Ratio?

The closest peers by Current Ratio include: GEN (0.40x), USB (0.40x), CHTR (0.40x), DRI (0.39x), WFC (0.34x).

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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.