Lamb Weston Holdings Inc (LW)
Cash ratio
| May 26, 2024 | May 28, 2023 | May 29, 2022 | May 30, 2021 | May 31, 2020 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cash and cash equivalents | US$ in thousands | 71,400 | 304,800 | 525,000 | 783,500 | 1,364,000 |
| Short-term investments | US$ in thousands | — | — | — | 310,000 | — |
| Total current liabilities | US$ in thousands | 1,624,100 | 1,360,200 | 699,100 | 618,200 | 1,024,900 |
| Cash ratio | 0.04 | 0.22 | 0.75 | 1.77 | 1.33 |
May 26, 2024 calculation
Cash ratio = (Cash and cash equivalents + Short-term investments) ÷ Total current liabilities
= ($71,400K
+ $—K)
÷ $1,624,100K
= 0.04
The cash ratio of Lamb Weston Holdings Inc has experienced a significant decrease over the past five years. In particular, the ratio dropped from 1.33 in May 2020 to 0.04 in May 2024. This downward trend indicates that the company's ability to cover its short-term liabilities solely with its cash holdings has weakened considerably. A cash ratio of 0.04 in May 2024 suggests that for every dollar of current liabilities, the company only has $0.04 in cash available, indicating a potential liquidity risk. Further analysis and monitoring of the company's cash management practices and liquidity position would be warranted to assess the sustainability of its financial health.
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May 26, 2024