A quick ratio of 1 is regarded as ideal and demonstrates good liquidity within the business
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Quick ratio means
Quick ratio indicates company's liquidity and ability to meet its financial liabilities. Formula of quick ratio = (Current assets - Inventory)/Current Liabilities
The quick ratio smaller than current ratio reflects that how much quick your organization is, in paying short-term liabilities. That is why inventories are deducted from current assets while calculating Quick ratio. Typically, a Quick ratio of 1:1 or higher is a good and indicates, a company does not have to rely on sale of inventory to pay the short-term bills, while as current ratio of 2:1 is considered good in order to provide a shield to the inventory.
Other names are the quick ratio ot the liquid ratio
The ideal current ratio for banks 1.33 : 1