Harmony Biosciences Holdings (HRMY)

Quick ratio

Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
Cash US$ in thousands 453,001 311,660 243,784 234,309 228,631
Short-term investments US$ in thousands 14,185 41,800 79,331
Receivables US$ in thousands 83,033 74,140 54,740 34,843 22,176
Total current liabilities US$ in thousands 175,082 163,781 78,884 53,775 134,539
Quick ratio 3.14 2.61 4.79 5.01 1.86

December 31, 2024 calculation

Quick ratio = (Cash + Short-term investments + Receivables) ÷ Total current liabilities
= ($453,001K + $14,185K + $83,033K) ÷ $175,082K
= 3.14

The quick ratio of Harmony Biosciences Holdings has demonstrated significant variability over the past five years, ranging from a low of 1.86 in December 2020 to a high of 5.01 in December 2021. This ratio indicates the company's ability to meet its short-term obligations using its most liquid assets. In December 2022, the quick ratio decreased slightly to 4.79, before declining further to 2.61 in December 2023. However, it rebounded to 3.14 by December 2024.

The trend observed in the quick ratio suggests fluctuations in Harmony Biosciences Holdings' liquidity position over the years. A quick ratio above 1 indicates that the company has an adequate level of liquid assets to cover its immediate liabilities. The substantial increase in the quick ratio from 2020 to 2021 may indicate improved liquidity management or increased cash reserves.

Although the quick ratio decreased in 2023, the subsequent rise in 2024 suggests a potential improvement in the company's short-term liquidity position. It is essential for investors and stakeholders to monitor these changes in the quick ratio over time to assess Harmony Biosciences Holdings' ability to manage its short-term financial obligations efficiently.