Comstock Resources Inc (CRK)

Quick ratio

Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
Cash US$ in thousands 6,799 16,669 54,652 30,663 30,272
Short-term investments US$ in thousands
Receivables US$ in thousands
Total current liabilities US$ in thousands 612,854 681,491 756,137 633,984 441,592
Quick ratio 0.01 0.02 0.07 0.05 0.07

December 31, 2024 calculation

Quick ratio = (Cash + Short-term investments + Receivables) ÷ Total current liabilities
= ($6,799K + $—K + $—K) ÷ $612,854K
= 0.01

The quick ratio of Comstock Resources Inc has shown a declining trend over the years, dropping from 0.07 as of December 31, 2020, to 0.01 as of December 31, 2024. This indicates that the company's ability to meet its short-term liabilities with its most liquid assets has weakened significantly. A quick ratio below 1 suggests that the company may have difficulties in meeting its current obligations without relying on selling inventory or obtaining additional financing. It is crucial for the company to closely monitor its liquidity position and take necessary steps to improve its ability to cover short-term obligations.