Current Ratio
Updated 558h ago
Sector Performance
88th percentileWST
2.71x
Sector Median
1.20x
Sector Avg
2.57x
Deep Analysis
With a Current Ratio of 2.71x, West Pharmaceutical Services (WST) holds $2.71 in short-term assets for every $1 of short-term liabilities, indicating a strong ability to cover upcoming debts.
This is notably higher than the sector median of 1.21x, placing WST in the 88th percentile among its peers. The year-over-year change, quarter-over-quarter change, and the trend over the last eight quarters are all N/A, meaning no historical data is available to assess direction. The elevated level alone points to low short-term liquidity risk, but the lack of trend data prevents any judgment on whether that position is improving or weakening. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict: the strong liquidity is a positive, yet without trend context, it does not provide a clear catalyst for a bullish or bearish shift.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Current Ratio tell investors about WST?
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 WST's closest peers by Current Ratio?
The closest peers by Current Ratio include: KEY (0.42x), GEN (0.40x), CHTR (0.40x), USB (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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2.71x
Sector Median
1.20x
Sector Avg
2.57x
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