MaxLinear Inc (MXL)

Current ratio

Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
Total current assets US$ in thousands 323,442 488,025 563,124 404,104 361,718
Total current liabilities US$ in thousands 182,284 222,129 341,086 207,395 233,661
Current ratio 1.77 2.20 1.65 1.95 1.55

December 31, 2024 calculation

Current ratio = Total current assets ÷ Total current liabilities
= $323,442K ÷ $182,284K
= 1.77

The current ratio for MaxLinear Inc has shown a fluctuating trend over the past five years. Starting at 1.55 in December 31, 2020, the ratio increased to 1.95 by December 31, 2021, indicating an improvement in the company's short-term liquidity position. However, in the following years, the current ratio fluctuated further, reaching a peak of 2.20 on December 31, 2023, before decreasing to 1.77 by December 31, 2024.

Overall, the current ratio of MaxLinear Inc suggests that the company has generally been able to meet its short-term obligations with its current assets over the period under review. However, the fluctuations in the ratio may indicate varying levels of efficiency in managing current liabilities and assets, which should be further analyzed to understand the company's liquidity position more comprehensively.