ABM Industries Incorporated (ABM)

Current ratio

Oct 31, 2023 Oct 31, 2022 Oct 31, 2021 Oct 31, 2020 Oct 31, 2019
Total current assets US$ in thousands 1,710,700 1,561,200 1,401,200 1,441,900 1,275,400
Total current liabilities US$ in thousands 1,217,900 1,353,200 1,285,800 986,900 902,400
Current ratio 1.40 1.15 1.09 1.46 1.41

October 31, 2023 calculation

Current ratio = Total current assets ÷ Total current liabilities
= $1,710,700K ÷ $1,217,900K
= 1.40

The current ratio of ABM Industries Inc. has fluctuated over the past five years. As of October 31, 2023, the current ratio stands at 1.40, which indicates that the company's short-term liquidity position has improved compared to the previous year. This means that the company has $1.40 in current assets for every $1 of current liabilities.

In 2022, the current ratio was 1.15, reflecting a slight decline from the prior year's ratio of 1.09 in 2021. However, there was a notable improvement in 2020 with a current ratio of 1.46, indicating a strong liquidity position, followed by a relatively stable ratio of 1.41 in 2019.

Overall, the current ratio shows some variability, but it generally indicates that ABM Industries Inc. has maintained a satisfactory ability to meet its short-term obligations over the years, with a particularly strong position in 2020. However, it is important to consider other factors and additional financial metrics in conjunction with the current ratio for a comprehensive assessment of the company's liquidity.


Peer comparison

Oct 31, 2023

Company name
Symbol
Current ratio
ABM Industries Incorporated
ABM
1.40
Airbnb Inc
ABNB
1.66
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FTDR
1.10
Rollins Inc
ROL
0.71