Lindsay Corporation (LNN)

Cash ratio

Aug 31, 2024 Aug 31, 2023 Aug 31, 2022 Aug 31, 2021 Aug 31, 2020
Cash and cash equivalents US$ in thousands 190,879 160,755 105,048 127,107 121,403
Short-term investments US$ in thousands 0 5,556 11,460 19,604 19,511
Total current liabilities US$ in thousands 125,816 136,108 160,942 138,240 102,395
Cash ratio 1.52 1.22 0.72 1.06 1.38

August 31, 2024 calculation

Cash ratio = (Cash and cash equivalents + Short-term investments) ÷ Total current liabilities
= ($190,879K + $0K) ÷ $125,816K
= 1.52

The cash ratio of Lindsay Corporation has shown fluctuations over the past five years. In 2024, the cash ratio improved to 1.52 from 1.22 in 2023, indicating a stronger ability to cover short-term liabilities with cash on hand. This may suggest improved liquidity and financial health.

Comparing with previous years, the cash ratio was relatively low in 2022 at 0.72, signaling a potential liquidity challenge. However, the ratio increased in 2023 and continued to improve in 2024, surpassing the 2020 and 2021 levels.

It is important to note that the cash ratio alone does not provide a complete picture of the company's financial health, as it only considers cash and cash equivalents in relation to current liabilities. A combination of liquidity ratios and other financial metrics would give a more comprehensive assessment.


Peer comparison

Aug 31, 2024

Company name
Symbol
Cash ratio
Lindsay Corporation
LNN
1.52
AGCO Corporation
AGCO
0.14
Alamo Group Inc
ALG
0.24
Deere & Company
DE
0.47