Corcept Therapeutics Incorporated (CORT)

Quick ratio

Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
Cash US$ in thousands 127,665 135,551 436,619 335,812 476,892
Short-term investments US$ in thousands 255,669 232,670 365,343 145,918 364,506
Receivables US$ in thousands
Total current liabilities US$ in thousands 140,773 104,505 81,588 6,908 10,554
Quick ratio 2.72 3.52 9.83 69.74 79.72

December 31, 2024 calculation

Quick ratio = (Cash + Short-term investments + Receivables) ÷ Total current liabilities
= ($127,665K + $255,669K + $—K) ÷ $140,773K
= 2.72

The quick ratio of Corcept Therapeutics Incorporated has shown a declining trend over the years, indicating a potential decrease in the company's ability to meet its short-term obligations with its most liquid assets. As of December 31, 2020, the quick ratio was 79.72, reflecting a strong liquidity position. However, by December 31, 2024, the quick ratio had decreased to 2.72, suggesting a significant reduction in liquidity and potentially raising concerns about the company's short-term financial health. It is important for stakeholders to monitor this trend closely to assess the company's ability to cover its short-term liabilities efficiently.