Electronic Arts Inc (EA)

Cash ratio

Mar 31, 2025 Mar 31, 2024 Mar 31, 2023 Mar 31, 2022 Mar 31, 2021
Cash and cash equivalents US$ in thousands 2,136,000 2,900,000 2,424,000 2,732,000 5,260,000
Short-term investments US$ in thousands 112,000 362,000 343,000 330,000 1,106,000
Total current liabilities US$ in thousands 3,459,000 3,090,000 3,285,000 3,513,000 2,964,000
Cash ratio 0.65 1.06 0.84 0.87 2.15

March 31, 2025 calculation

Cash ratio = (Cash and cash equivalents + Short-term investments) ÷ Total current liabilities
= ($2,136,000K + $112,000K) ÷ $3,459,000K
= 0.65

The cash ratio of Electronic Arts Inc has shown a downward trend over the past five years, decreasing from 2.15 in March 2021 to 0.65 in March 2025. This indicates a declining ability of the company to cover its short-term liabilities with its available cash and cash equivalents. While a higher cash ratio is generally preferred as it indicates a stronger liquidity position, Electronic Arts Inc may need to closely monitor its cash management strategies to ensure it maintains a healthy level of liquidity to meet its short-term obligations.