Avient Corp (AVNT)

Cash ratio

		Dec 31, 2023	Dec 31, 2022	Dec 31, 2021	Dec 31, 2020	Dec 31, 2019
Cash and cash equivalents	US$ in thousands	545,800	641,100	601,200	649,500	864,700
Short-term investments	US$ in thousands	—	—	—	—	—
Total current liabilities	US$ in thousands	773,600	869,400	940,600	801,000	702,500
Cash ratio		0.71	0.74	0.64	0.81	1.23

December 31, 2023 calculation

Cash ratio = (Cash and cash equivalents + Short-term investments) ÷ Total current liabilities
= ($545,800K + $—K) ÷ $773,600K
= 0.71

The cash ratio of Avient Corp has fluctuated over the years, ranging from 0.77 to 1.31. The ratio measures the company's ability to cover its short-term liabilities with its available cash and cash equivalents.

A cash ratio of 0.85 in 2023 indicates that for every dollar of current liabilities, Avient Corp has $0.85 in cash and cash equivalents available. This suggests a slightly lower liquidity position compared to the previous year.

The ratio was highest at 1.31 in 2019, indicating a stronger ability to meet short-term obligations with readily available cash. However, the ratio dropped to 0.77 in 2021, signaling a potential liquidity strain during that period.

Overall, fluctuations in the cash ratio reflect changes in Avient Corp's cash management practices and liquidity position over the years. It is essential for the company to maintain a balance between cash reserves and investments to ensure it can meet its short-term financial obligations effectively.