Comstock Resources Inc (CRK)

Current ratio

Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
Total current assets US$ in thousands 284,034 461,493 644,987 318,736 199,810
Total current liabilities US$ in thousands 612,854 681,491 756,137 633,984 441,592
Current ratio 0.46 0.68 0.85 0.50 0.45

December 31, 2024 calculation

Current ratio = Total current assets ÷ Total current liabilities
= $284,034K ÷ $612,854K
= 0.46

The current ratio of Comstock Resources Inc has seen fluctuations over the past five years, starting at a low of 0.45 in December 2020. Subsequently, it showed improvements, reaching 0.50 in December 2021 and further increasing to 0.85 in December 2022, indicating a strengthening short-term liquidity position. However, the ratio declined in the following years, dropping to 0.68 in December 2023 and further decreasing to 0.46 by December 2024.

While the current ratio in 2022 reflected a healthy liquidity position with current assets being more than sufficient to cover current liabilities, the subsequent decreases in 2023 and 2024 suggest potential challenges in meeting short-term obligations. It is important for stakeholders to monitor this ratio closely to ensure that the company can effectively manage its current financial obligations.