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W Quick Ratio Analysis

0.55x

Updated 131h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

The quick ratio measures a company’s ability to cover current liabilities with its most liquid assets, excluding inventory; at 0.55x, the company holds $0.55 of liquid assets for every $1 of short-term debt.

Sector Performance

36th percentile

0.55x

Sector Median

0.72x

Sector Avg

2.71x

Prior Period

0.57x(Jul 2026)

↓ Declining

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Deep Analysis

This sits below the sector median of 0.72x, placing it in the 36th percentile of sector peers. Year-over-year change is not available, but quarter-over-quarter the ratio fell 3.5%, from 0.57x to 0.55x in the most recent periods. The sub-median level combined with the recent decline points to tightening short-term liquidity and weaker near-term coverage. For investors, this raises the risk of difficulty meeting short-term obligations without new funding or asset sales. This metric directly supports the overall CAUTIOUS verdict, as the liquidity position is weak and deteriorating quarter over quarter.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Quick Ratio tell investors about W?

A strict liquidity test. Values below 1.0 suggest a company may struggle to cover short-term obligations without selling inventory.

How is the Quick Ratio calculated?

Quick Ratio is calculated as: (Cash + Receivables) / Current Liabilities.

Who are W's closest peers by Quick Ratio?

The closest peers by Quick Ratio include: MELI (0.11x), LOW (0.10x), DRI (0.09x), NCLH (0.08x), PAYC (0.08x).

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The Formula

(Cash + Receivables) / Current Liabilities

Why It Matters

A strict liquidity test. Values below 1.0 suggest a company may struggle to cover short-term obligations without selling inventory.