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TSLA Current Ratio Analysis

1.94x

Higher than 72% of Consumer Cyclical sector peers

Updated 876h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

Tesla’s current ratio of 1.94x means it has $1.94 in short-term assets for every $1 of short-term liabilities, a standard measure of liquidity.

Sector Performance

72th percentile

TSLA

1.94x

Sector Median

1.45x

Sector Avg

3.36x

Prior Period

2.04x(Jul 2026)

↓ Declining

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Deep Analysis

Tesla’s current ratio of 1.94x means it has $1.94 in short-term assets for every $1 of short-term liabilities, a standard measure of liquidity.

That is above the consumer cyclical sector median of 1.44x, placing Tesla at the 72nd percentile among peers, so its liquidity position is stronger than most comparable companies. The trend data is limited: the year-over-year change is N/A, and the quarter-over-quarter change shows a 4.9% decline from 2.04x to 1.94x. Despite the recent dip, the absolute level remains healthy, indicating Tesla still has ample cushion to cover near-term obligations, but the downward quarterly move suggests a slight tightening in liquidity. For an investor, this combination points to low immediate liquidity risk, though the negative QoQ drift warrants monitoring if it continues. This supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict: the current ratio is not a red flag, but it is not a strong positive catalyst either, leaving the stock fairly balanced on this metric.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Current Ratio tell investors about TSLA?

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 TSLA's Current Ratio compare to its sector?

TSLA's Current Ratio of 1.94x compares to a Consumer Cyclical sector median of 1.45x, placing it in the 72th percentile.

Who are TSLA's closest peers by Current Ratio?

The closest Consumer Cyclical peers by Current Ratio include: ANF (1.45x), URBN (1.48x), ROST (1.54x), AEO (1.55x), SE (1.58x).

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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.