Valero Energy Corporation (VLO) Quick Ratio (Acid-Test): 1.11
Is Valero Energy Corporation’s quick ratio (acid-test) high or low?
Valero Energy Corporation's quick ratio (acid-test) of 1.11 is in line with its 5-year average of 1.03, near the high end of its 5-year range (0.88–1.11).
As of Friday, June 12, 2026. 3.74% above its 12-month average of 1.07.
VLO Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Chart
VLO Average Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Chart
VLO Current vs Average Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Chart
VLO Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Metrics
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST)
1.11
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG TTM
1.07
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 3Y
1.06
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 5Y
1.03
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 10Y
1.08
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 15Y
1.04
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 20Y
0.97
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+3.74%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+4.47%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+7.59%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+2.78%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
+7.12%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
+14.66%
VLO Competitors' Quick Ratio (Acid-Test)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valero Energy Corporation (VLO) | $74.95B | 1.11 | 1.07 | 1.06 | 1.03 |
| Marathon Petroleum Corporation (MPC) | $76.14B | 0.74 | 0.72 | 0.98 | 1.07 |
| EOG Resources, Inc. (EOG) | $72.62B | 1.64 | 1.77 | 1.85 | 1.81 |
| Phillips 66 (PSX) | $71.41B | 0.91 | 0.92 | 1.00 | 0.98 |
| SLB N.V. (SLB) | $83.72B | 0.98 | 1.04 | 1.00 | 0.97 |
| ONEOK, Inc. (OKE) | $57.09B | 0.56 | 0.65 | 0.65 | 0.71 |
| Occidental Petroleum Corporation (OXY) | $55.17B | 0.74 | 0.73 | 0.76 | 0.81 |
| Canadian Natural Resources Limited (CNQ) | $94.82B | 0.63 | 0.55 | 0.60 | 0.61 |
| Antero Midstream Corporation (AM) | $10.15B | 3.41 | 2.29 | 1.60 | 1.36 |
| ConocoPhillips (COP) | $140.54B | 1.14 | 1.14 | 1.23 | 1.37 |
Liquidity Comparison
Quick Ratio
1.11
Excludes inventory
Current Ratio
1.65
Includes inventory
Valero Energy 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
Valero Energy Corporation Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) FAQ
- What is the quick ratio (acid-test) for Valero Energy Corporation (VLO)?
- The quick ratio (acid-test) for VLO stock is 1.11.
- Is Valero Energy Corporation's quick ratio (acid-test) high or low?
- Valero Energy Corporation's quick ratio (acid-test) of 1.11 is in line with its 5-year average of 1.03, near the high end of its 5-year range (0.88–1.11).
- What is the TTM average quick ratio (acid-test) for Valero Energy Corporation (VLO)?
- The TTM average quick ratio (acid-test) for VLO stock is 1.07.
- What is the 3Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for Valero Energy Corporation (VLO)?
- The 3Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for VLO stock is 1.06.
- What is the 5Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for Valero Energy Corporation (VLO)?
- The 5Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for VLO stock is 1.03.
- What is the 10Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for Valero Energy Corporation (VLO)?
- The 10Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for VLO stock is 1.08.
- What is the 15Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for Valero Energy Corporation (VLO)?
- The 15Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for VLO stock is 1.04.
- What is the 20Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for Valero Energy Corporation (VLO)?
- The 20Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for VLO stock is 0.97.
Valero Energy Corporation Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) History
| DATE | QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 1.11 |
| 2024-12-31 | 1.03 |
| 2023-12-31 | 1.11 |
| 2022-12-31 | 1.00 |
| 2021-12-31 | 0.88 |
| 2020-12-31 | 1.06 |
| 2019-12-31 | 0.91 |
| 2018-12-31 | 1.04 |
| 2017-12-31 | 1.17 |
| 2016-12-31 | 1.33 |
| 2015-12-31 | 1.24 |
| 2014-12-31 | 1.00 |
| 2013-12-31 | 1.03 |
| 2012-12-31 | 0.88 |
| 2011-12-31 | 0.81 |
| 2010-12-31 | 0.98 |
| 2009-12-31 | 0.78 |
| 2008-12-31 | 0.78 |
| 2007-12-31 | 0.89 |
| 2006-12-31 | 0.72 |
| 2005-12-31 | 0.58 |
| 2004-12-31 | 0.65 |
| 2003-12-31 | 0.62 |
| 2002-12-31 | 0.70 |
| 2001-12-31 | 0.56 |
| 2000-12-31 | 0.72 |
| 1999-12-31 | 0.73 |
| 1998-12-31 | 0.65 |
| 1997-12-31 | 0.70 |
| 1996-12-31 | 0.77 |
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About Valero Energy Corporation
Valero Energy Corporation functions as a global producer and marketer of transportation fuels and petrochemicals, with operations spanning the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Ireland, and other international territories. The company organizes its business across three primary divisions: Refining, Renewable Diesel, and Ethanol. Its Refining segment generates a wide array of products, including various types of gasoline (conventional, premium, reformulated, and California Air Resources Board-compliant), diverse diesel fuels (low-sulfur, ultra-low-sulfur, and CARB diesel), jet fuels, blendstocks, asphalts, petrochemicals, and lubricants. This division also handles the sale of lube oils and natural gas liquids. As of the end of 2021, Valero managed 15 petroleum refineries, boasting a combined daily processing capacity of approximately 3.2 million barrels of crude oil. The Ethanol division comprises 12 plants, capable of producing around 1.6 billion gallons of ethanol annually. These facilities also yield co-products such as dry distiller grains, syrup, and inedible corn oil, which are largely supplied to animal feed markets. Valero distributes its refined goods through wholesale rack and bulk channels, in addition to approximately 7,000 branded retail stations operating under names like Valero, Beacon, Diamond Shamrock, Shamrock, Ultramar, and Texaco. Furthermore, Valero contributes to renewable energy production by owning and operating a facility dedicated to converting animal fats, used cooking oils, and inedible distillers corn oils into renewable diesel. Supporting its extensive operations, the company maintains a comprehensive logistics network that includes crude oil and refined product pipelines, storage terminals, tanks, marine docks, and truck rack bays. Originally established in 1980 as Valero Refining and Marketing Company, the firm adopted its current name, Valero Energy Corporation, in August 1997. Its corporate headquarters are situated in San Antonio, Texas.
- Sector
- Energy
- Industry
- Oil & Gas Refining & Marketing
- CEO
- R. Lane Riggs