Current Ratio
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Sector Performance
25th percentileWHR
0.88x
Sector Median
1.20x
Sector Avg
2.57x
Deep Analysis
The current ratio of 0.88x means that for every dollar of short-term liabilities, the company has only $0.88 in current assets—a measure of liquidity that signals potential difficulty covering debts due within a year.
This ratio sits below the sector median of 1.20x and places the company at the 25th percentile among its peers, indicating weaker near-term liquidity than three-quarters of comparable firms. No year-over-year or quarter-over-quarter change data is available, as the provided trend and historical values show only a single reading, so no direction can be assessed. The combination of a below-median level with no observable trend leaves no basis for inferring improvement or deterioration, but the low absolute ratio points to elevated short-term financial risk. This risk is partly offset by the neutral overall verdict, which likely reflects other strengths that may compensate for the thin liquidity cushion. The metric itself contradicts a bullish stance, as a current ratio below 1.0x is typically a red flag, yet it does not override the neutral assessment when considered alone.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Current Ratio tell investors about WHR?
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 WHR'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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0.88x
Sector Median
1.20x
Sector Avg
2.57x
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