Campbell Soup Company Common Stock (CPB)

Current ratio

Jul 28, 2024 Jul 30, 2023 Jul 31, 2022 Aug 1, 2021 Aug 2, 2020
Total current assets US$ in thousands 2,190,000 2,061,000 1,963,000 1,695,000 2,385,000
Total current liabilities US$ in thousands 3,576,000 2,222,000 2,886,000 1,814,000 3,075,000
Current ratio 0.61 0.93 0.68 0.93 0.78

July 28, 2024 calculation

Current ratio = Total current assets ÷ Total current liabilities
= $2,190,000K ÷ $3,576,000K
= 0.61

The current ratio of Campbell Soup Company Common Stock has exhibited fluctuating trends over the past five fiscal years, ranging from a low of 0.61 on Jul 28, 2024, to a high of 0.93 on both Jul 30, 2023, and Aug 1, 2021. The current ratio measures the company's ability to cover its current liabilities with its current assets, with a ratio below 1 indicating potential liquidity concerns. The downward trend seen in the current ratio from 0.93 in 2023 to 0.61 in 2024 suggests a decrease in the company's liquidity position, raising questions regarding its ability to meet short-term obligations. Further analysis of Campbell Soup Company's financial health and operational efficiency is warranted to provide a comprehensive assessment of its liquidity management.


Peer comparison

Jul 28, 2024