Lowe's Companies, Inc. (LOW) Quick Ratio (Acid-Test): 0.19
Is Lowe's Companies, Inc.’s quick ratio (acid-test) high or low?
Lowe's Companies, Inc.'s quick ratio (acid-test) of 0.19 is in line with its 5-year average of 0.18, around the middle of its 5-year range (0.12–0.33).
The quick ratio (acid-test) for Lowe's Companies, Inc. (LOW) is 0.19 as of Wednesday, June 10, 2026. It is above its 12-month average by 8.57% (0.17).
LOW Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Chart
LOW Average Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Chart
LOW Current vs Average Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Chart
LOW Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Metrics
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST)
0.19
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG TTM
0.17
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 3Y
0.16
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 5Y
0.18
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 10Y
0.15
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 15Y
0.16
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 20Y
0.16
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+8.57%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+18.75%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+4.59%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+23.67%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
+19.22%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
+17.01%
LOW Competitors' Quick Ratio (Acid-Test)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lowe's Companies, Inc. (LOW) | — | 0.19 | 0.17 | 0.16 | 0.18 |
| Booking Holdings Inc. (BKNG) | $124.69B | 1.33 | 1.32 | 1.45 | 1.91 |
| Starbucks Corporation (SBUX) | $112.74B | 0.51 | 0.54 | 0.55 | 0.67 |
| Marriott International, Inc. (MAR) | $101.90B | 0.43 | 0.42 | 0.43 | 0.46 |
| MercadoLibre, Inc. (MELI) | $81.30B | 1.15 | 1.17 | 1.21 | 1.28 |
| Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. (HLT) | $76.74B | 10.81 | 5.75 | 3.27 | 2.62 |
| Airbnb, Inc. (ABNB) | $76.62B | 1.38 | 1.53 | 1.65 | 1.71 |
| Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST) | $74.06B | 1.04 | 1.06 | 1.18 | 1.21 |
| General Motors Company (GM) | $71.59B | 1.01 | 0.99 | 0.96 | 0.94 |
| NIKE, Inc. (NKE) | $65.15B | 1.50 | 1.59 | 1.71 | 1.74 |
Liquidity Comparison
Quick Ratio
0.19
Excludes inventory
Current Ratio
1.08
Includes inventory
Lowe's Companies, 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
Lowe's Companies, Inc. Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) FAQ
- What is the quick ratio (acid-test) for Lowe's Companies, Inc. (LOW)?
- The quick ratio (acid-test) for LOW stock is 0.19.
- Is Lowe's Companies, Inc.'s quick ratio (acid-test) high or low?
- Lowe's Companies, Inc.'s quick ratio (acid-test) of 0.19 is in line with its 5-year average of 0.18, around the middle of its 5-year range (0.12–0.33).
- What is the TTM average quick ratio (acid-test) for Lowe's Companies, Inc. (LOW)?
- The TTM average quick ratio (acid-test) for LOW stock is 0.17.
- What is the 3Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for Lowe's Companies, Inc. (LOW)?
- The 3Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for LOW stock is 0.16.
- What is the 5Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for Lowe's Companies, Inc. (LOW)?
- The 5Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for LOW stock is 0.18.
- What is the 10Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for Lowe's Companies, Inc. (LOW)?
- The 10Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for LOW stock is 0.15.
- What is the 15Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for Lowe's Companies, Inc. (LOW)?
- The 15Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for LOW stock is 0.16.
- What is the 20Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for Lowe's Companies, Inc. (LOW)?
- The 20Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for LOW stock is 0.16.
Lowe's Companies, Inc. Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) History
| DATE | QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) |
|---|---|
| 2026-01-30 | 0.19 |
| 2025-01-31 | 0.16 |
| 2024-01-31 | 0.14 |
| 2023-01-31 | 0.15 |
| 2022-01-31 | 0.12 |
| 2021-01-31 | 0.33 |
| 2020-01-31 | 0.14 |
| 2019-01-31 | 0.11 |
| 2018-01-31 | 0.11 |
| 2017-01-31 | 0.13 |
| 2016-01-31 | 0.11 |
| 2015-01-31 | 0.13 |
| 2014-01-31 | 0.13 |
| 2013-01-31 | 0.15 |
| 2012-01-31 | 0.22 |
| 2011-01-31 | 0.23 |
| 2010-01-31 | 0.20 |
| 2009-01-31 | 0.13 |
| 2008-01-31 | 0.14 |
| 2007-01-31 | 0.18 |
| 2006-01-31 | 0.21 |
| 2005-01-31 | 0.18 |
| 2004-01-31 | 0.48 |
| 2003-01-31 | 0.45 |
| 2002-01-31 | 0.43 |
| 2001-01-31 | 0.30 |
| 2000-01-31 | 0.38 |
| 1999-01-31 | 0.27 |
| 1998-01-31 | 0.27 |
| 1997-01-31 | 0.18 |
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About Lowe's Companies, Inc.
Lowe's Companies, Inc., together with its various subsidiary entities, operates as a prominent home improvement retailer serving both the United States and international markets. The company supplies a broad spectrum of items essential for construction, upkeep, renovations, and interior design projects. Its comprehensive product line encompasses major appliances, seasonal and outdoor living essentials, lawn and garden tools, timber, kitchen and bathroom fixtures, power tools, paints, custom millwork, general hardware, flooring options, plumbing components, building materials, decorative accents, lighting solutions, and electrical supplies. In addition to merchandise, Lowe's facilitates installation services through independent contractors across numerous product categories, offers extended protection plans, and provides repair services covering both warranty and post-warranty issues. The company markets its inventory, comprising both well-known national brands and proprietary private-label items, to a diverse clientele including individual homeowners, tenants, and trade professionals. As of January 28, 2022, Lowe's operated 1,971 retail locations dedicated to home improvement and hardware. Products are also accessible via its e-commerce platforms, Lowes.com and Lowesforpros.com, and through its mobile applications. Established in 1921, Lowe's Companies, Inc. maintains its headquarters in Mooresville, North Carolina.
- Sector
- Consumer Cyclical
- Industry
- Home Improvement
- CEO
- Marvin R. Ellison