Current Ratio
Updated 80h ago
Sector Performance
7th percentileVTR
0.49x
Sector Median
1.20x
Sector Avg
2.57x
Deep Analysis
The current ratio of 0.49x means that for every dollar of short-term liabilities (debts due within a year), VTR holds only $0.49 of short-term assets like cash or receivables — a measure of liquidity and the ability to cover immediate obligations.
This is far below the sector median of 1.21x, placing VTR in the 7th percentile among peers, indicating that nearly all competitors have better short-term financial flexibility. The trend data is not available, with both the year-over-year and quarter-over-quarter changes listed as N/A, so there is no information on whether this low ratio is improving or worsening. The combination of a very low current ratio with an absent trend points to elevated liquidity risk, though the lack of direction leaves uncertainty about whether the company is addressing the issue. This metric directly contradicts the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as a ratio this low typically signals a pressing financial concern that would warrant a more cautious rating, but the neutral assessment suggests other factors offset this weakness.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Current Ratio tell investors about VTR?
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 VTR's closest peers by Current Ratio?
The closest peers by Current Ratio include: SPG (0.41x), CHTR (0.40x), USB (0.40x), GEN (0.40x), DRI (0.39x).
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.
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0.49x
Sector Median
1.20x
Sector Avg
2.57x
How VTR's Current Ratio compares to sector peers.
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