Financial Glossary

Current Ratio

Leverage & Liquidity

What is Current Ratio?

Current assets divided by current liabilities. A measure of a company's ability to pay short-term obligations.

Why Current Ratio matters

A ratio above 1.0 generally indicates the company can cover its near-term debts. Below 1.0 may signal liquidity concerns.

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