Frontier Communications Parent Inc (FYBR)
Cash ratio
| Dec 31, 2024 | Dec 31, 2023 | Dec 31, 2022 | Dec 31, 2021 | Dec 31, 2020 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cash and cash equivalents | US$ in thousands | 750,000 | 1,125,000 | 322,000 | 2,127,000 | 1,829,000 |
| Short-term investments | US$ in thousands | 0 | 1,075,000 | 1,750,000 | 0 | — |
| Total current liabilities | US$ in thousands | 2,289,000 | 2,275,000 | 2,295,000 | 1,451,000 | 7,140,000 |
| Cash ratio | 0.33 | 0.97 | 0.90 | 1.47 | 0.26 |
December 31, 2024 calculation
Cash ratio = (Cash and cash equivalents + Short-term investments) ÷ Total current liabilities
= ($750,000K
+ $0K)
÷ $2,289,000K
= 0.33
The cash ratio of Frontier Communications Parent Inc has shown significant variability over the past five years. In December 2020, the cash ratio was low at 0.26, indicating that the company had limited cash reserves relative to its current liabilities. However, in December 2021, the cash ratio increased substantially to 1.47, demonstrating a strong improvement in the company's liquidity position.
Subsequently, the cash ratio for December 2022, December 2023, and December 2024 stood at 0.90, 0.97, and 0.33 respectively. These figures reflect fluctuations in Frontier Communications Parent Inc's ability to cover its current liabilities with its available cash assets. While the cash ratio improved in 2021, it declined in the following years, indicating potential challenges in managing liquidity effectively.
Overall, the company's cash ratio has been volatile, and it is crucial for Frontier Communications Parent Inc to monitor and manage its cash position closely to ensure it maintains sufficient liquidity to meet its short-term obligations.
Peer comparison
Dec 31, 2024