The Home Depot, Inc. (HD) Quick Ratio (Acid-Test): 0.26
Is The Home Depot, Inc.’s quick ratio (acid-test) high or low?
The Home Depot, Inc.'s quick ratio (acid-test) of 0.26 is 14% below its 5-year average of 0.30, near the low end of its 5-year range (0.24–0.40).
The quick ratio (acid-test) for The Home Depot, Inc. (HD) is 0.26 as of Wednesday, June 10, 2026. It is below its 12-month average by 5.45% (0.28).
HD Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Chart
HD Average Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Chart
HD Current vs Average Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Chart
HD Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Metrics
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST)
0.26
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG TTM
0.28
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 3Y
0.32
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 5Y
0.30
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 10Y
0.34
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 15Y
0.36
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 20Y
0.34
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-5.45%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-17.89%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-14.47%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-22.39%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-26.97%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-24.09%
HD Competitors' Quick Ratio (Acid-Test)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Home Depot, Inc. (HD) | — | 0.26 | 0.28 | 0.32 | 0.30 |
| Alibaba Group Holding Limited (BABA) | $271.17B | 1.28 | 1.39 | 1.55 | 1.57 |
| McDonald's Corporation (MCD) | $201.57B | 0.94 | 1.06 | 1.17 | 1.24 |
| The TJX Companies, Inc. (TJX) | $184.59B | 0.59 | 0.59 | 0.62 | 0.71 |
| Booking Holdings Inc. (BKNG) | $124.69B | 1.33 | 1.32 | 1.45 | 1.91 |
| Lowe's Companies, Inc. (LOW) | $120.69B | 0.19 | 0.17 | 0.16 | 0.18 |
| Starbucks Corporation (SBUX) | $112.74B | 0.51 | 0.54 | 0.55 | 0.67 |
| Marriott International, Inc. (MAR) | $103.79B | 0.43 | 0.42 | 0.43 | 0.46 |
| MercadoLibre, Inc. (MELI) | $81.30B | 1.15 | 1.17 | 1.21 | 1.28 |
| Airbnb, Inc. (ABNB) | $77.96B | 1.38 | 1.53 | 1.65 | 1.71 |
Liquidity Comparison
Quick Ratio
0.26
Excludes inventory
Current Ratio
1.06
Includes inventory
The Home Depot, 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
The Home Depot, Inc. Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) FAQ
- What is the quick ratio (acid-test) for The Home Depot, Inc. (HD)?
- The quick ratio (acid-test) for HD stock is 0.26.
- Is The Home Depot, Inc.'s quick ratio (acid-test) high or low?
- The Home Depot, Inc.'s quick ratio (acid-test) of 0.26 is 14% below its 5-year average of 0.30, near the low end of its 5-year range (0.24–0.40).
- What is the TTM average quick ratio (acid-test) for The Home Depot, Inc. (HD)?
- The TTM average quick ratio (acid-test) for HD stock is 0.28.
- What is the 3Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for The Home Depot, Inc. (HD)?
- The 3Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for HD stock is 0.32.
- What is the 5Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for The Home Depot, Inc. (HD)?
- The 5Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for HD stock is 0.30.
- What is the 10Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for The Home Depot, Inc. (HD)?
- The 10Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for HD stock is 0.34.
- What is the 15Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for The Home Depot, Inc. (HD)?
- The 15Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for HD stock is 0.36.
- What is the 20Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for The Home Depot, Inc. (HD)?
- The 20Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for HD stock is 0.34.
The Home Depot, Inc. Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) History
| DATE | QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) |
|---|---|
| 2026-02-01 | 0.26 |
| 2025-02-02 | 0.29 |
| 2024-01-28 | 0.40 |
| 2023-01-29 | 0.33 |
| 2022-01-30 | 0.24 |
| 2021-01-31 | 0.51 |
| 2020-01-31 | 0.29 |
| 2019-01-31 | 0.28 |
| 2018-01-31 | 0.38 |
| 2017-01-31 | 0.37 |
| 2016-01-31 | 0.37 |
| 2015-01-31 | 0.37 |
| 2014-01-31 | 0.39 |
| 2013-01-31 | 0.41 |
| 2012-01-31 | 0.45 |
| 2011-01-31 | 0.28 |
| 2010-01-31 | 0.36 |
| 2009-01-31 | 0.24 |
| 2008-01-31 | 0.23 |
| 2007-01-31 | 0.40 |
| 2006-01-31 | 0.30 |
| 2005-01-31 | 0.39 |
| 2004-01-31 | 0.45 |
| 2003-01-31 | 0.45 |
| 2002-01-31 | 0.56 |
| 2001-01-31 | 0.28 |
| 2000-01-31 | 0.25 |
| 1999-01-31 | 0.22 |
| 1998-01-31 | 0.35 |
| 1997-01-31 | 0.54 |
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About The Home Depot, Inc.
The Home Depot, Inc. operates as a prominent retailer specializing in home renovation and improvement. Through its expansive network of "The Home Depot" stores, it furnishes consumers with an extensive array of goods, including building materials, home enhancement products, lawn and garden supplies, decorative items, and facilities maintenance, repair, and operational (MRO) supplies. In addition to selling products, the company extends professional installation services for key home features like flooring, cabinetry (including makeovers), countertops, furnaces and central air conditioning systems, and window replacements. Customers can also access tool and equipment rental options. Its diverse clientele includes both individual homeowners and a broad spectrum of professional clients, such as renovators, general contractors, maintenance personnel, handymen, property managers, building service contractors, and specialized tradespeople like electricians, plumbers, and painters. The firm also distributes its merchandise through several online platforms, notably homedepot.com, along with specialized sites such as blinds.com for bespoke window coverings and thecompanystore.com for home textiles and decorative goods. By the end of 2021, the corporation operated a total of 2,317 outlets across the United States. Incorporated in 1978, The Home Depot, Inc. maintains its corporate headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia.
- Sector
- Consumer Cyclical
- Industry
- Home Improvement
- CEO
- Edward Decker