Juniper Networks Inc (JNPR)

Quick ratio

Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
Cash US$ in thousands 1,224,300 1,068,100 880,100 922,500 1,361,900
Short-term investments US$ in thousands 160,300 139,400 210,300 315,500 412,100
Receivables US$ in thousands
Total current liabilities US$ in thousands 2,642,000 2,104,000 2,078,900 1,876,500 2,161,100
Quick ratio 0.52 0.57 0.52 0.66 0.82

December 31, 2024 calculation

Quick ratio = (Cash + Short-term investments + Receivables) ÷ Total current liabilities
= ($1,224,300K + $160,300K + $—K) ÷ $2,642,000K
= 0.52

The quick ratio of Juniper Networks Inc has experienced a downward trend over the past five years, declining from 0.82 in December 2020 to 0.52 in December 2024. This indicates a decreasing ability to meet its short-term obligations using its most liquid assets. Although the quick ratio briefly increased in 2023 to 0.57, it then dropped back to 0.52 in the most recent year. This suggests a potential liquidity challenge for Juniper Networks Inc, where the company may have difficulty covering its current liabilities with its quick assets. Juniper Networks Inc should closely monitor its liquidity position and take necessary steps to improve its ability to meet its short-term financial obligations.