SunCoke Energy Inc (SXC)

Cash ratio

Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
Cash and cash equivalents US$ in thousands 189,600 140,100 90,000 63,800 48,400
Short-term investments US$ in thousands
Total current liabilities US$ in thousands 205,800 223,800 224,000 182,200 158,900
Cash ratio 0.92 0.63 0.40 0.35 0.30

December 31, 2024 calculation

Cash ratio = (Cash and cash equivalents + Short-term investments) ÷ Total current liabilities
= ($189,600K + $—K) ÷ $205,800K
= 0.92

The cash ratio of SunCoke Energy Inc has shown a positive trend over the years, increasing steadily from 0.30 as of December 31, 2020, to 0.92 as of December 31, 2024. This indicates that the company has been improving its ability to cover its short-term liabilities with its available cash and cash equivalents. The latest ratio of 0.92 suggests that SunCoke Energy Inc has a significant amount of liquid assets that can be used to meet its current obligations, which may indicate a strong financial position and liquidity management. Overall, the increasing trend in the cash ratio reflects a positive financial performance and prudent cash management by the company.