Omnicom Group Inc (OMC)

Cash ratio

Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
Cash and cash equivalents US$ in thousands 4,339,400 4,432,000 4,281,800 5,316,800 5,600,500
Short-term investments US$ in thousands 900 0 60,700 0 0
Total current liabilities US$ in thousands 16,300,300 16,246,000 15,052,800 16,226,200 15,525,100
Cash ratio 0.27 0.27 0.29 0.33 0.36

December 31, 2024 calculation

Cash ratio = (Cash and cash equivalents + Short-term investments) ÷ Total current liabilities
= ($4,339,400K + $900K) ÷ $16,300,300K
= 0.27

The cash ratio of Omnicom Group Inc has shown a declining trend over the past five years. Starting at 0.36 on December 31, 2020, the ratio decreased to 0.27 by December 31, 2024. This indicates that the proportion of cash and cash equivalents to current liabilities has been decreasing over the years. While a declining cash ratio may suggest a potential liquidity challenge, it is important to consider other factors such as the company's overall financial health and operational efficiency to gain a more comprehensive understanding of its liquidity position.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2024

Company name
Symbol
Cash ratio
Omnicom Group Inc
OMC
0.27
Interpublic Group of Companies Inc
IPG
0.23