NV5 Global Inc (NVEE)

Quick ratio

Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020 Dec 31, 2019
Cash US$ in thousands 44,824 38,541 47,980 64,909 31,825
Short-term investments US$ in thousands
Receivables US$ in thousands 152,593 145,637 153,814 142,705 131,041
Total current liabilities US$ in thousands 159,419 160,894 163,951 136,186 114,358
Quick ratio 1.24 1.14 1.23 1.52 1.42

December 31, 2023 calculation

Quick ratio = (Cash + Short-term investments + Receivables) ÷ Total current liabilities
= ($44,824K + $—K + $152,593K) ÷ $159,419K
= 1.24

The quick ratio of NV5 Global Inc has exhibited fluctuations over the past five years. The ratio measures the company's ability to cover its short-term liabilities with its most liquid assets. A quick ratio above 1.0 indicates that the company has sufficient liquid assets to cover its current liabilities.

In 2023, the quick ratio of NV5 Global Inc stood at 1.24, which was higher than the previous year's ratio of 1.14. This suggests an improvement in the company's liquidity position in 2023 compared to 2022. However, when compared to the ratios from 2021 (1.23), 2020 (1.52), and 2019 (1.42), the 2023 quick ratio was relatively in line or slightly higher.

The fluctuation in the quick ratio over the years may indicate varying levels of efficiency in managing the company's short-term liquidity. It is essential for stakeholders to monitor this ratio to ensure the company can meet its immediate financial obligations without relying heavily on selling its inventory or other current assets.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2023

Company name
Symbol
Quick ratio
NV5 Global Inc
NVEE
1.24
Johnson Controls International PLC
JCI
0.57