Working Capital Ratio
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Working Capital Ratio measurements
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How to calculate working capital ratio
Working capital ratio (also called current ratio) measures a company's ability to cover short-term liabilities with short-term assets.
How the calculation works
Working capital ratio = Current assets ÷ Current liabilities.
Example
$500,000 current assets against $300,000 current liabilities: 500,000÷300,000 ≈ 1.67.
Frequently asked questions
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Result = [Current assets] ÷ [Current liabilities].
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Working Capital Ratio
Working capital ratio = Current assets ÷ Current liabilities.
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Pro Tips for Working Capital Ratio
- A ratio above 1.0 generally means current assets exceed current liabilities, though what's considered a 'healthy' ratio varies by industry and business model.
- A very high ratio isn't automatically good either — it can sometimes indicate excess cash or inventory not being deployed efficiently.
Common Working Capital Ratio Mistakes to Avoid
- Assuming a higher working capital ratio is always better, when an excessively high ratio can sometimes indicate inefficient use of assets rather than financial strength.
When to Use This Calculator
Working capital ratio (also called current ratio) measures a company's ability to cover short-term liabilities with short-term assets.