The current ratio is calculated by dividing a company’s current assets by its current liabilities. Ratios of 1 or higher indicate short-term solvency.

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There’s no universal safe or danger level. Ideal current ratios vary by industry. A current ratio of 1.0 means the company has $1 in current assets for every $1 in current liabilities. A ratio below 1 ...

How well can current assets cover current liabilities? Reviewed by Amy Drury The acid-test ratio (ATR), also commonly known as the quick ratio, measures the liquidity of a company by calculating how ...

Liquidity ratios assess if a company can cover short-term debts with available assets. Key ratios include cash, quick, current, and operating cash flow ratios. A liquidity ratio over 1 suggests a ...