Masimo Corporation (MASI)

Quick ratio

Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
Cash US$ in thousands 177,600 163,000 202,900 745,300 641,400
Short-term investments US$ in thousands 0
Receivables US$ in thousands 19,600 384,100 19,100 203,175 143,633
Total current liabilities US$ in thousands 617,700 563,800 630,000 267,700 233,836
Quick ratio 0.32 0.97 0.35 3.54 3.36

December 31, 2024 calculation

Quick ratio = (Cash + Short-term investments + Receivables) ÷ Total current liabilities
= ($177,600K + $—K + $19,600K) ÷ $617,700K
= 0.32

The quick ratio of Masimo Corporation has exhibited significant fluctuations over the years. Starting at a high of 3.36 in December 2020 and further improving to 3.54 in December 2021, the ratio indicated a strong liquidity position, with the company having an ample amount of liquid assets to cover its short-term obligations. However, there was a sharp decline in the quick ratio to 0.35 in December 2022, suggesting a potential liquidity strain or inefficiency in managing short-term liabilities.

Although there was some recovery to 0.97 in December 2023, indicating a partial improvement in liquidity position, the quick ratio dropped again to 0.32 by December 2024, reflecting ongoing challenges in maintaining sufficient liquid assets relative to short-term liabilities. These fluctuations highlight the importance of closely monitoring liquidity management practices within Masimo Corporation to ensure the company can meet its short-term obligations effectively.