The quick ratio compares the value of a company’s most liquid assets to the value of its current liabilities so investors can get a sense of how well it can cover its expenses in the short term.

The quick ratio, also known as the acid-test ratio, measures a company's ability to pay off its current debt. Current debt includes any liabilities coming due within a year, like accounts payable and ...

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A quick ratio below industry standard means that your company has a relatively lower liquidity position than its competitors on one of the three common liquidity ratios used by companies. The quick ...