Carter's, Inc. (CRI) Quick Ratio (Acid-Test): 1.44
Is Carter's, Inc.’s quick ratio (acid-test) high or low?
Carter's, Inc.'s quick ratio (acid-test) of 1.44 is 13% above its 4-year average of 1.28, around the middle of its 4-year range (0.84–1.75).
As of Thursday, June 18, 2026.
CRI Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Chart
CRI Average Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Chart
CRI Current vs Average Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Chart
CRI Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Metrics
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST)
1.44
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG TTM
N/A
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 3Y
1.27
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 5Y
1.28
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 10Y
1.41
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 15Y
1.76
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 20Y
1.85
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
N/A
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+13.68%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+12.68%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+2.27%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-18.18%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-22.33%
CRI Competitors' Quick Ratio (Acid-Test)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carter's, Inc. (CRI) | $1.52B | 1.44 | N/A | 1.27 | 1.28 |
| Lucid Group, Inc. (LCID)vs › | $1.63B | 0.83 | 2.33 | 3.26 | 5.45 |
| Liquidity Services, Inc. (LQDT)vs › | $1.14B | 1.29 | 1.23 | 1.12 | 1.13 |
| American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. (AEO)vs › | $2.87B | 0.71 | 0.76 | 0.80 | 0.82 |
| Cambium Learning Group, Inc. (ABCD)vs › | — | 0.31 | 0.30 | 0.42 | 0.66 |
| Advance Auto Parts, Inc. (AAP)vs › | $3.51B | 0.87 | 0.87 | 0.63 | 0.48 |
| Thor Industries, Inc. (THO)vs › | $3.74B | 0.90 | 0.86 | 0.78 | 0.81 |
| Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (ANF)vs › | $3.76B | 0.95 | 0.96 | 1.01 | 0.96 |
| LKQ Corporation (LKQ)vs › | $6.37B | 0.58 | 0.58 | 0.59 | 0.65 |
| Etsy, Inc. (ETSY)vs › | $6.91B | 1.44 | 1.72 | 2.01 | 2.40 |
Liquidity Comparison
Quick Ratio
1.44
Excludes inventory
Current Ratio
2.51
Includes inventory
Carter's, Inc. 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
Carter's, Inc. Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) FAQ
- What is the quick ratio (acid-test) for Carter's, Inc. (CRI)?
- The quick ratio (acid-test) for CRI stock is 1.44.
- Is Carter's, Inc.'s quick ratio (acid-test) high or low?
- Carter's, Inc.'s quick ratio (acid-test) of 1.44 is 13% above its 4-year average of 1.28, around the middle of its 4-year range (0.84–1.75).
- What is the 3Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for Carter's, Inc. (CRI)?
- The 3Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for CRI stock is 1.27.
- What is the 5Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for Carter's, Inc. (CRI)?
- The 5Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for CRI stock is 1.28.
- What is the 10Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for Carter's, Inc. (CRI)?
- The 10Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for CRI stock is 1.41.
- What is the 15Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for Carter's, Inc. (CRI)?
- The 15Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for CRI stock is 1.76.
- What is the 20Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for Carter's, Inc. (CRI)?
- The 20Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for CRI stock is 1.85.
Carter's, Inc. Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) History
| DATE | QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) |
|---|---|
| 2026-01-03 | 1.44 |
| 2024-12-28 | 1.26 |
| 2023-12-31 | 1.10 |
| 2022-12-31 | 0.84 |
| 2021-12-31 | 1.75 |
| 2020-12-31 | 1.70 |
| 2019-12-31 | 1.08 |
| 2018-12-31 | 1.43 |
| 2017-12-31 | 1.43 |
| 2016-12-31 | 2.05 |
| 2015-12-31 | 2.52 |
| 2014-12-31 | 2.41 |
| 2013-12-31 | 2.05 |
| 2012-12-31 | 2.49 |
| 2011-12-31 | 2.85 |
| 2010-12-31 | 2.28 |
| 2009-12-31 | 2.71 |
| 2008-12-31 | 2.21 |
| 2007-12-31 | 1.95 |
| 2006-12-31 | 1.53 |
| 2005-12-31 | 1.37 |
| 2004-12-31 | 1.93 |
| 2003-12-31 | 1.64 |
| 2002-12-31 | 1.32 |
| 2001-12-31 | 1.41 |
| 2000-12-31 | 0.92 |
| 1999-12-31 | 1.08 |
| 1998-12-31 | 0.98 |
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About Carter's, Inc.
Carter's, Inc. (CRI), along with its various subsidiaries, specializes in the design, procurement, and marketing of branded children's clothing. Its extensive brand portfolio features well-known names like Carter's, OshKosh, Skip Hop, Child of Mine, Just One You, Simple Joys, Carter's My First Love, and little planet, alongside other proprietary labels, distributed across the United States and globally. The company's operations are divided into three main business units: U.S. Retail, U.S. Wholesale, and International. Under the Carter's brand, they provide a broad range of items for infants and young children, such as bodysuits, trousers, dresses, knit sets, blankets, essential layette items, bibs, booties, sleepwear, rompers, and jumpers. The OshKosh brand is recognized for its playclothes, particularly its diverse denim apparel featuring various washes and coordinating pieces, overalls, woven bottoms, knit tops, and bodysuits. Skip Hop, another key brand, focuses on accessories for playtime, travel, mealtime, and bathtime, in addition to home gear, children's bags, and diaper bags. Complementing its main apparel categories, Carter's also offers an array of related merchandise including bedding, cribs, footwear, outerwear, swimwear, and toys, alongside accessories like diaper bags, gift sets, hair accessories, jewelry, paper goods, and hosiery. Carter's employs a multi-channel distribution strategy, maintaining a substantial wholesale presence with 18,800 points of sale in department stores, national chain retailers, and specialty shops. As of December 31, 2021, the company directly operated 980 retail stores. Furthermore, products are available through dedicated e-commerce platforms such as carters.com, oshkoshbgosh.com, oshkosh.com, and skiphop.com, as well as via international wholesale accounts and licensing agreements. Founded in 1865, Carter's, Inc. is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.
- Sector
- Consumer Cyclical
- Industry
- Apparel - Retail
- CEO
- Douglas C. Palladini