Black Hills Corporation (BKH) Quick Ratio (Acid-Test): 1.11
Is Black Hills Corporation’s quick ratio (acid-test) high or low?
Black Hills Corporation's quick ratio (acid-test) of 1.11 is 57% above its 5-year average of 0.71, near the high end of its 5-year range (0.52–1.11).
As of Saturday, June 20, 2026. 18.09% above its 12-month average of 0.94.
BKH Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Chart
BKH Average Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Chart
BKH Current vs Average Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Chart
BKH Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Metrics
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST)
1.11
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG TTM
0.94
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 3Y
0.74
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 5Y
0.71
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 10Y
0.76
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 15Y
0.62
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 20Y
0.65
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+18.09%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+50.00%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+57.45%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+45.53%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
+79.24%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
+70.91%
BKH Competitors' Quick Ratio (Acid-Test)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Hills Corporation (BKH) | $5.54B | 1.11 | 0.94 | 0.74 | 0.71 |
| Clearway Energy, Inc. (CWEN-A)vs › | $8.31B | 1.06 | 1.23 | 1.53 | 1.35 |
| The AES Corporation (AES)vs › | $10.43B | 0.69 | 0.71 | 0.76 | 0.83 |
| Brookfield Renewable Partners L.P. (BEP)vs › | $10.69B | 0.56 | 0.58 | 0.64 | 0.68 |
| Alliant Energy Corporation (LNT)vs › | $18.85B | 0.66 | 0.49 | 0.45 | 0.45 |
| Talen Energy Corporation (TLN)vs › | $19.81B | 1.02 | 1.32 | 1.46 | 1.31 |
| NiSource Inc. (NI)vs › | $22.66B | 0.56 | 0.48 | 0.53 | 0.53 |
| CMS Energy Corporation (CMS)vs › | $22.67B | 0.76 | 0.67 | 0.69 | 0.71 |
| American Water Works Company, Inc. (AWK)vs › | $24.42B | 0.44 | 0.40 | 0.45 | 0.52 |
| Eversource Energy (ES)vs › | $26.17B | 0.59 | 0.63 | 0.60 | 0.58 |
Liquidity Comparison
Quick Ratio
1.11
Excludes inventory
Current Ratio
1.35
Includes inventory
Black Hills Corporation Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Formula & Definition
Quick Ratio = (Current Assets − Inventory) / Current Liabilities
The quick ratio is a stricter liquidity measure that excludes inventory, showing the ability to meet short-term obligations with the most liquid assets.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
Black Hills Corporation Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) FAQ
- What is the quick ratio (acid-test) for Black Hills Corporation (BKH)?
- The quick ratio (acid-test) for BKH stock is 1.11.
- Is Black Hills Corporation's quick ratio (acid-test) high or low?
- Black Hills Corporation's quick ratio (acid-test) of 1.11 is 57% above its 5-year average of 0.71, near the high end of its 5-year range (0.52–1.11).
- What is the TTM average quick ratio (acid-test) for Black Hills Corporation (BKH)?
- The TTM average quick ratio (acid-test) for BKH stock is 0.94.
- What is the 3Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for Black Hills Corporation (BKH)?
- The 3Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for BKH stock is 0.74.
- What is the 5Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for Black Hills Corporation (BKH)?
- The 5Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for BKH stock is 0.71.
- What is the 10Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for Black Hills Corporation (BKH)?
- The 10Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for BKH stock is 0.76.
- What is the 15Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for Black Hills Corporation (BKH)?
- The 15Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for BKH stock is 0.62.
- What is the 20Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for Black Hills Corporation (BKH)?
- The 20Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for BKH stock is 0.65.
Black Hills Corporation Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) History
| DATE | QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 1.11 |
| 2024-12-31 | 0.77 |
| 2023-12-31 | 0.56 |
| 2022-12-31 | 0.52 |
| 2021-12-31 | 0.73 |
| 2020-12-31 | 0.54 |
| 2019-12-31 | 0.44 |
| 2018-12-31 | 0.60 |
| 2017-12-31 | 0.70 |
| 2016-12-31 | 0.68 |
| 2015-12-31 | 1.74 |
| 2014-12-31 | 0.56 |
| 2013-12-31 | 0.68 |
| 2012-12-31 | 0.45 |
| 2011-12-31 | 0.77 |
| 2010-12-31 | 0.67 |
| 2009-12-31 | 0.78 |
| 2008-12-31 | 0.54 |
| 2007-12-31 | 0.75 |
| 2006-12-31 | 0.72 |
| 2005-12-31 | 0.88 |
| 2004-12-31 | 1.09 |
| 2003-12-31 | 1.53 |
| 2002-12-31 | 0.56 |
| 2001-12-31 | 0.38 |
| 2000-12-31 | 0.68 |
| 1999-12-31 | 0.81 |
| 1998-12-31 | 1.27 |
| 1997-12-31 | 1.40 |
| 1996-12-31 | 1.53 |
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About Black Hills Corporation
Black Hills Corporation operates as an American utility firm, delivering both electric power and natural gas through its subsidiaries. Its business is organized into two primary divisions: Electric Utilities and Gas Utilities. The Electric Utilities segment is responsible for generating, transmitting, and distributing electricity to approximately 218,000 customers spanning Colorado, Montana, South Dakota, and Wyoming. This division manages 1,481.5 megawatts of power generation capacity and maintains 8,892 miles of electric transmission and distribution lines. Electric power generation is diversified, utilizing wind, natural gas, and coal-fired plants, and the company also operates a coal mine near Gillette, Wyoming. Conversely, the Gas Utilities segment provides natural gas to roughly 1,094,000 utility clients across Arkansas, Colorado, Iowa, Kansas, Nebraska, and Wyoming. This operation includes overseeing 4,732 miles of intrastate gas transmission pipelines, 41,644 miles of gas distribution mains and service lines, six natural gas storage facilities, around 50,000 horsepower of compression, and 515 miles of gathering lines. Beyond these core utility offerings, Black Hills Corporation also constructs and maintains gas infrastructure for various gas transportation customers. It provides appliance repair services for residential utility subscribers and offers electrical system construction to large industrial clients. Founded in 1941, the company's headquarters are situated in Rapid City, South Dakota.
- Sector
- Utilities
- Industry
- Diversified Utilities
- CEO
- Linden R. Evans