Dell Technologies Inc (DELL)
Quick ratio
| Jan 31, 2025 | Feb 2, 2024 | Jan 31, 2024 | Feb 3, 2023 | Jan 31, 2023 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cash | US$ in thousands | 3,633,000 | 7,366,000 | 7,366,000 | 8,607,000 | 8,879,000 |
| Short-term investments | US$ in thousands | — | 10,000 | 40,000 | 33,000 | — |
| Receivables | US$ in thousands | — | 4,643,000 | — | 18,141,000 | — |
| Total current liabilities | US$ in thousands | 46,527,000 | 48,494,000 | 48,494,000 | 51,654,000 | 51,654,000 |
| Quick ratio | 0.08 | 0.25 | 0.15 | 0.52 | 0.17 |
January 31, 2025 calculation
Quick ratio = (Cash + Short-term investments + Receivables) ÷ Total current liabilities
= ($3,633,000K
+ $—K
+ $—K)
÷ $46,527,000K
= 0.08
The quick ratio of Dell Technologies Inc has varied over the past few years. As of January 31, 2023, the quick ratio was 0.17, indicating a relatively low level of liquidity. This improved significantly to 0.52 by February 3, 2023, suggesting a stronger ability to meet short-term obligations. However, by January 31, 2024, the quick ratio dropped to 0.15, signaling a potential liquidity strain. Subsequently, on February 2, 2024, the ratio increased to 0.25, but remained below the ideal level. As of January 31, 2025, the quick ratio further decreased to 0.08, indicating a significant challenge in meeting short-term obligations with its current liquid assets. Overall, Dell Technologies Inc's quick ratio fluctuations reflect varying levels of liquidity and the need for careful management of its short-term financial health.
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Jan 31, 2025