Vulcan Materials Company (VMC) Quick Ratio (Acid-Test): 1.97
Is Vulcan Materials Company’s quick ratio (acid-test) high or low?
Vulcan Materials Company's quick ratio (acid-test) of 1.97 is 15% above its 5-year average of 1.71, around the middle of its 5-year range (1.28–2.39).
As of Sunday, June 14, 2026. 21.23% above its 12-month average of 1.63.
VMC Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Chart
VMC Average Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Chart
VMC Current vs Average Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Chart
VMC Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Metrics
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST)
1.97
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG TTM
1.63
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 3Y
1.75
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 5Y
1.71
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 10Y
1.73
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 15Y
1.63
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 20Y
1.42
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+21.23%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+12.25%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+14.98%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+13.75%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
+21.23%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
+38.83%
VMC Competitors' Quick Ratio (Acid-Test)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vulcan Materials Company (VMC) | $37.17B | 1.97 | 1.63 | 1.75 | 1.71 |
| Dow Inc. (DOW)vs › | $24.40B | 1.25 | 1.11 | 1.15 | 1.13 |
| International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. (IFF)vs › | $19.98B | 0.82 | 1.07 | 1.06 | 1.08 |
| DuPont de Nemours, Inc. (DD)vs › | $19.78B | 1.91 | 1.40 | 1.73 | 1.93 |
| CEMEX, S.A.B. de C.V. (CX)vs › | $18.83B | 0.62 | 0.60 | 0.54 | 0.55 |
| Alcoa Corporation (AA)vs › | $18.15B | 0.87 | 0.86 | 0.85 | 0.92 |
| Nucor Corporation (NUE)vs › | $60.66B | 1.57 | 1.52 | 1.88 | 1.85 |
| United States Steel Corporation (X)vs › | $12.42B | 0.91 | 1.06 | 1.20 | 1.12 |
| Air Products and Chemicals, Inc. (APD)vs › | $62.71B | 1.20 | 1.27 | 1.34 | 1.94 |
| MP Materials Corp. (MP)vs › | $10.25B | 6.67 | 6.15 | 8.63 | 11.27 |
Liquidity Comparison
Quick Ratio
1.97
Excludes inventory
Current Ratio
2.69
Includes inventory
Vulcan Materials Company 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
Vulcan Materials Company Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) FAQ
- What is the quick ratio (acid-test) for Vulcan Materials Company (VMC)?
- The quick ratio (acid-test) for VMC stock is 1.97.
- Is Vulcan Materials Company's quick ratio (acid-test) high or low?
- Vulcan Materials Company's quick ratio (acid-test) of 1.97 is 15% above its 5-year average of 1.71, around the middle of its 5-year range (1.28–2.39).
- What is the TTM average quick ratio (acid-test) for Vulcan Materials Company (VMC)?
- The TTM average quick ratio (acid-test) for VMC stock is 1.63.
- What is the 3Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for Vulcan Materials Company (VMC)?
- The 3Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for VMC stock is 1.75.
- What is the 5Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for Vulcan Materials Company (VMC)?
- The 5Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for VMC stock is 1.71.
- What is the 10Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for Vulcan Materials Company (VMC)?
- The 10Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for VMC stock is 1.73.
- What is the 15Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for Vulcan Materials Company (VMC)?
- The 15Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for VMC stock is 1.63.
- What is the 20Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for Vulcan Materials Company (VMC)?
- The 20Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for VMC stock is 1.42.
Vulcan Materials Company Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) History
| DATE | QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 1.97 |
| 2024-12-31 | 1.28 |
| 2023-12-31 | 2.39 |
| 2022-12-31 | 1.38 |
| 2021-12-31 | 1.52 |
| 2020-12-31 | 1.74 |
| 2019-12-31 | 1.72 |
| 2018-12-31 | 1.08 |
| 2017-12-31 | 1.80 |
| 2016-12-31 | 2.08 |
| 2015-12-31 | 2.09 |
| 2014-12-31 | 1.32 |
| 2013-12-31 | 2.04 |
| 2012-12-31 | 1.49 |
| 2011-12-31 | 1.32 |
| 2010-12-31 | 0.78 |
| 2009-12-31 | 0.49 |
| 2008-12-31 | 0.32 |
| 2007-12-31 | 0.32 |
| 2006-12-31 | 1.00 |
| 2005-12-31 | 1.67 |
| 2004-12-31 | 2.91 |
| 2003-12-31 | 1.53 |
| 2002-12-31 | 1.85 |
| 2001-12-31 | 1.46 |
| 2000-12-31 | 0.87 |
| 1999-12-31 | 1.15 |
| 1998-12-31 | 2.05 |
| 1997-12-31 | 1.71 |
| 1996-12-31 | 1.36 |
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About Vulcan Materials Company
Vulcan Materials Company, alongside its affiliated entities, stands as a prominent producer and distributor of construction aggregates, primarily operating within the United States. The company's activities are organized into four distinct divisions: Aggregates, Asphalt, Concrete, and Calcium. The Aggregates division focuses on providing essential materials like crushed stone, sand, gravel, and other foundational aggregates, along with related services. These products are vital for building and maintaining highways, public infrastructure, residential properties, and various commercial, industrial, and other non-residential structures. Through its Asphalt Mix segment, the firm furnishes asphalt mixture to locations in Alabama, Arizona, California, New Mexico, Tennessee, and Texas, additionally performing asphalt paving work in Alabama, Tennessee, and Texas. The Concrete segment supplies ready-mixed concrete to customers in California, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Texas, Virginia, and Washington D.C. Lastly, the Calcium division is responsible for mining, manufacturing, and marketing calcium products for use in animal feed, plastics, and water treatment industries. Established in 1909, the corporation, initially known as Virginia Holdco, Inc. before its name change, is headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama.
- Sector
- Basic Materials
- Industry
- Construction Materials
- CEO
- Ronnie A. Pruitt