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VOD Current Ratio Analysis

1.14x

Higher than 13% of Communication Services sector peers

Updated 12h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

The current ratio, a measure of a company's ability to pay short-term obligations with its short-term assets, sits at 1.14x for VOD.

Sector Performance

13th percentile

VOD

1.14x

Sector Median

1.85x

Sector Avg

2.99x

Prior Period

1.13x(May 2026)

→ Stable

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Deep Analysis

The current ratio, a measure of a company's ability to pay short-term obligations with its short-term assets, sits at 1.14x for VOD.

This is well below the Communication Services sector median of 1.85x, placing the stock in the 12th percentile among its peers. The year-over-year change is not available, but the quarter-over-quarter change shows a slight increase of +0.9%, from 1.13x to 1.14x. The low ratio indicates potential liquidity risk, and while the small quarterly uptick is positive, it does not meaningfully change the picture. This combination of a low level and a minimal trend reinforces concerns about financial flexibility. Therefore, this metric supports the CAUTIOUS overall verdict, as VOD’s liquidity position is weak relative to industry norms.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Current Ratio tell investors about VOD?

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 VOD's Current Ratio compare to its sector?

VOD's Current Ratio of 1.14x compares to a Communication Services sector median of 1.85x, placing it in the 13th percentile.

Who are VOD's closest peers by Current Ratio?

The closest Communication Services peers by Current Ratio include: BIDU (1.85x), GOOGL (1.92x), YELP (1.74x), ZD (1.66x), SPOT (2.06x).

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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.