GMS Inc (GMS)

Quick ratio

Apr 30, 2024 Apr 30, 2023 Apr 30, 2022 Apr 30, 2021 Apr 30, 2020
Cash US$ in thousands 166,148 164,745 101,916 167,012 210,909
Short-term investments US$ in thousands
Receivables US$ in thousands 970,960 884,728 833,714 635,602 405,254
Total current liabilities US$ in thousands 757,050 706,281 689,198 562,501 475,059
Quick ratio 1.50 1.49 1.36 1.43 1.30

April 30, 2024 calculation

Quick ratio = (Cash + Short-term investments + Receivables) ÷ Total current liabilities
= ($166,148K + $—K + $970,960K) ÷ $757,050K
= 1.50

The quick ratio of GMS Inc has been relatively stable over the past five years, ranging from 1.30 in 2020 to 1.50 in 2024. This indicates the company's ability to meet its short-term obligations with its most liquid assets, excluding inventory. A quick ratio above 1.0 generally suggests that the company has an adequate level of liquid assets to cover its short-term liabilities.

The slight fluctuations in the quick ratio over the years may reflect changes in the company's asset composition and liabilities. A higher quick ratio can indicate a stronger liquidity position, reducing the company's risk of defaulting on its short-term obligations.

Overall, GMS Inc's quick ratio has been at healthy levels, providing assurance that the company has sufficient liquidity to meet its immediate financial commitments. Further analysis in conjunction with other financial metrics would provide a more comprehensive assessment of the company's overall financial health.


Peer comparison

Apr 30, 2024

Company name
Symbol
Quick ratio
GMS Inc
GMS
1.50
Boise Cascad Llc
BCC
1.63