Yum! Brands, Inc. (YUM) Quick Ratio (Acid-Test): 1.35
Is Yum! Brands, Inc.’s quick ratio (acid-test) high or low?
Yum! Brands, Inc.'s quick ratio (acid-test) of 1.35 is 13% above its 5-year average of 1.19, near the high end of its 5-year range (0.97–1.47).
The quick ratio (acid-test) for Yum! Brands, Inc. (YUM) is 1.35 as of Wednesday, June 10, 2026. It is below its 12-month average by 4.26% (1.41).
YUM Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Chart
YUM Average Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Chart
YUM Current vs Average Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Chart
YUM Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Metrics
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST)
1.35
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG TTM
1.41
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 3Y
1.26
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 5Y
1.19
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 10Y
1.18
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 15Y
1.00
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 20Y
0.89
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-4.26%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+6.93%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+13.45%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+14.70%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
+34.55%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
+52.17%
YUM Competitors' Quick Ratio (Acid-Test)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yum! Brands, Inc. (YUM) | — | 1.35 | 1.41 | 1.26 | 1.19 |
| Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (CMG) | $39.13B | 1.19 | 1.33 | 1.36 | 1.45 |
| eBay Inc. (EBAY) | $48.06B | 1.10 | 1.17 | 1.74 | 1.79 |
| Ford Motor Company (F) | $56.36B | 0.94 | 0.98 | 1.02 | 1.04 |
| Ulta Beauty, Inc. (ULTA) | $20.46B | 0.43 | 0.52 | 0.59 | 0.64 |
| Rivian Automotive, Inc. (RIVN) | $18.55B | 1.89 | 2.79 | 3.59 | 5.54 |
| NIKE, Inc. (NKE) | $65.15B | 1.50 | 1.59 | 1.71 | 1.74 |
| International Paper Company (IP) | $16.87B | 1.02 | 1.06 | 1.07 | 1.12 |
| Best Buy Co., Inc. (BBY) | $15.99B | 0.43 | 0.41 | 0.40 | 0.41 |
| DraftKings Inc. (DKNG) | $14.28B | 1.03 | 0.98 | 1.24 | 1.98 |
Liquidity Comparison
Quick Ratio
1.35
Excludes inventory
Current Ratio
1.35
Includes inventory
Yum! Brands, 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
Yum! Brands, Inc. Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) FAQ
- What is the quick ratio (acid-test) for Yum! Brands, Inc. (YUM)?
- The quick ratio (acid-test) for YUM stock is 1.35.
- Is Yum! Brands, Inc.'s quick ratio (acid-test) high or low?
- Yum! Brands, Inc.'s quick ratio (acid-test) of 1.35 is 13% above its 5-year average of 1.19, near the high end of its 5-year range (0.97–1.47).
- What is the TTM average quick ratio (acid-test) for Yum! Brands, Inc. (YUM)?
- The TTM average quick ratio (acid-test) for YUM stock is 1.41.
- What is the 3Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for Yum! Brands, Inc. (YUM)?
- The 3Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for YUM stock is 1.26.
- What is the 5Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for Yum! Brands, Inc. (YUM)?
- The 5Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for YUM stock is 1.19.
- What is the 10Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for Yum! Brands, Inc. (YUM)?
- The 10Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for YUM stock is 1.18.
- What is the 15Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for Yum! Brands, Inc. (YUM)?
- The 15Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for YUM stock is 1.00.
- What is the 20Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for Yum! Brands, Inc. (YUM)?
- The 20Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for YUM stock is 0.89.
Yum! Brands, Inc. Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) History
| DATE | QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 1.35 |
| 2024-12-31 | 1.47 |
| 2023-12-31 | 1.26 |
| 2022-12-31 | 0.97 |
| 2021-12-31 | 1.08 |
| 2020-12-31 | 1.01 |
| 2019-12-31 | 0.99 |
| 2018-12-31 | 0.93 |
| 2017-12-31 | 1.65 |
| 2016-12-31 | 1.06 |
| 2015-12-26 | 0.53 |
| 2014-12-27 | 0.56 |
| 2013-12-28 | 0.62 |
| 2012-12-29 | 0.73 |
| 2011-12-31 | 0.84 |
| 2010-12-25 | 0.87 |
| 2009-12-26 | 0.66 |
| 2008-12-27 | 0.45 |
| 2008-01-28 | 0.66 |
| 2006-12-31 | 0.47 |
| 2006-03-31 | 0.47 |
| 2004-12-25 | 0.49 |
| 2003-12-27 | 0.51 |
| 2002-12-28 | 0.44 |
| 2001-12-29 | 0.27 |
| 2000-12-30 | 0.53 |
| 1999-12-25 | 0.33 |
| 1998-12-26 | 0.38 |
| 1997-12-27 | 0.39 |
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About Yum! Brands, Inc.
YUM! Brands, Inc. (YUM) is a leading global quick-service restaurant enterprise that focuses on the creation, management, and franchising of its restaurant concepts internationally. Its business is organized into four main divisions: KFC, Taco Bell, Pizza Hut, and The Habit Burger Grill. The company operates establishments under these well-known brands, offering diverse food categories such as chicken, pizza, Mexican-style dishes, and made-to-order chargrilled burgers and sandwiches, among other food products. As of December 31, 2021, YUM! Brands boasted a significant worldwide presence, comprising 26,934 KFC outlets, 18,381 Pizza Hut locations, 7,791 Taco Bell restaurants, and 318 The Habit Burger Grill units, spread across roughly 157 countries and territories. The company, which maintains its headquarters in Louisville, Kentucky, was established in 1997. It was formerly known as TRICON Global Restaurants, Inc., before officially adopting the name YUM! Brands, Inc. in May 2002.
- Sector
- Consumer Cyclical
- Industry
- Restaurants
- CEO
- Christopher Lee Turner