Cognizant Technology Solutions Corp Class A (CTSH)

Quick ratio

Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
Cash US$ in thousands 2,231,000 2,621,000 2,191,000 1,792,000 2,680,000
Short-term investments US$ in thousands 12,000 14,000 310,000 927,000 44,000
Receivables US$ in thousands 4,059,000 3,849,000 3,796,000 3,557,000 3,087,000
Total current liabilities US$ in thousands 3,585,000 3,333,000 3,347,000 3,529,000 3,540,000
Quick ratio 1.76 1.95 1.88 1.78 1.64

December 31, 2024 calculation

Quick ratio = (Cash + Short-term investments + Receivables) ÷ Total current liabilities
= ($2,231,000K + $12,000K + $4,059,000K) ÷ $3,585,000K
= 1.76

The quick ratio of Cognizant Technology Solutions Corp Class A has been showing a generally increasing trend over the past five years. Starting at 1.64 on December 31, 2020, the quick ratio has consistently improved to reach 1.76 on December 31, 2024. This indicates that the company has been able to enhance its ability to meet its short-term obligations using its most liquid assets. Although there was a slight dip in the quick ratio in 2024 compared to the previous year, the overall trend suggests that the company has maintained a healthy liquidity position over the years. A quick ratio above 1 implies that Cognizant Technology Solutions Corp Class A has an adequate level of liquid assets to cover its short-term liabilities, providing a buffer against potential financial distress.


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Dec 31, 2024