Koppers Holdings Inc (KOP)

Current ratio

Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
Total current assets US$ in thousands 680,600 699,000 636,800 628,100 564,500
Total current liabilities US$ in thousands 325,800 325,900 324,000 285,700 292,100
Current ratio 2.09 2.14 1.97 2.20 1.93

December 31, 2024 calculation

Current ratio = Total current assets ÷ Total current liabilities
= $680,600K ÷ $325,800K
= 2.09

The current ratio of Koppers Holdings Inc has shown a positive trend over the past five years, increasing from 1.93 in December 31, 2020, to 2.09 in December 31, 2024. This indicates that the company's short-term liquidity position has improved over the years, with a higher ability to cover its current liabilities with current assets. The current ratio peaking at 2.20 on December 31, 2021, suggests stronger short-term financial health during that period. However, a slight dip to 1.97 in December 31, 2022, followed by a subsequent increase to 2.14 in December 31, 2023, may indicate some fluctuations in the company's liquidity management. Overall, the increasing trend in the current ratio signifies a favorable liquidity position for Koppers Holdings Inc.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2024

Company name
Symbol
Current ratio
Koppers Holdings Inc
KOP
2.09
Louisiana-Pacific Corporation
LPX
2.86
Trex Company Inc
TREX
0.93