Alphabet Inc. (GOOGL) Quick Ratio (Acid-Test): 2.01
Is Alphabet Inc.’s quick ratio (acid-test) high or low?
Alphabet Inc.'s quick ratio (acid-test) of 2.01 is 15% below its 5-year average of 2.38, near the low end of its 5-year range (1.84–3.05).
The quick ratio (acid-test) for Alphabet Inc. (GOOGL) is 2.01 as of Tuesday, June 9, 2026. It is above its 12-month average by 4.42% (1.92).
GOOGL Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Chart
GOOGL Average Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Chart
GOOGL Current vs Average Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Chart
GOOGL Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Metrics
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST)
2.01
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG TTM
1.92
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 3Y
2.07
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 5Y
2.38
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 10Y
3.41
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 15Y
3.81
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 20Y
5.27
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+4.42%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-3.02%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-15.37%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-41.06%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-47.27%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-61.83%
GOOGL Competitors' Quick Ratio (Acid-Test)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alphabet Inc. (GOOGL) | — | 2.01 | 1.92 | 2.07 | 2.38 |
| Apple Inc. (AAPL) | $4.27T | 0.86 | 0.84 | 0.88 | 0.90 |
| Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) | $3.00T | 1.35 | 1.31 | 1.53 | 1.78 |
| Meta Platforms, Inc. (META) | $1.48T | 2.60 | 2.79 | 2.61 | 3.11 |
| Amazon.com, Inc. (AMZN) | $2.63T | 0.88 | 0.88 | 0.83 | 0.85 |
| Netflix, Inc. (NFLX) | $342.80B | 1.19 | 1.21 | 1.17 | 1.15 |
Liquidity Comparison
Quick Ratio
2.01
Excludes inventory
Current Ratio
2.01
Includes inventory
Alphabet 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
Alphabet Inc. Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) FAQ
- What is the quick ratio (acid-test) for Alphabet Inc. (GOOGL)?
- The quick ratio (acid-test) for GOOGL stock is 2.01.
- Is Alphabet Inc.'s quick ratio (acid-test) high or low?
- Alphabet Inc.'s quick ratio (acid-test) of 2.01 is 15% below its 5-year average of 2.38, near the low end of its 5-year range (1.84–3.05).
- What is the TTM average quick ratio (acid-test) for Alphabet Inc. (GOOGL)?
- The TTM average quick ratio (acid-test) for GOOGL stock is 1.92.
- What is the 3Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for Alphabet Inc. (GOOGL)?
- The 3Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for GOOGL stock is 2.07.
- What is the 5Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for Alphabet Inc. (GOOGL)?
- The 5Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for GOOGL stock is 2.38.
- What is the 10Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for Alphabet Inc. (GOOGL)?
- The 10Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for GOOGL stock is 3.41.
- What is the 15Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for Alphabet Inc. (GOOGL)?
- The 15Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for GOOGL stock is 3.81.
- What is the 20Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for Alphabet Inc. (GOOGL)?
- The 20Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for GOOGL stock is 5.27.
Alphabet Inc. Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) History
| DATE | QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 2.01 |
| 2024-12-31 | 1.84 |
| 2023-12-31 | 2.10 |
| 2022-12-31 | 2.34 |
| 2021-12-31 | 2.91 |
| 2020-12-31 | 3.05 |
| 2019-12-31 | 3.35 |
| 2018-12-31 | 3.89 |
| 2017-12-31 | 5.11 |
| 2016-12-31 | 6.27 |
| 2015-12-31 | 4.64 |
| 2014-12-31 | 4.72 |
| 2013-12-31 | 4.55 |
| 2012-12-31 | 4.18 |
| 2011-12-31 | 5.90 |
| 2010-12-31 | 4.13 |
| 2009-12-31 | 10.38 |
| 2008-12-31 | 8.64 |
| 2007-12-31 | 8.49 |
| 2006-12-31 | 10.00 |
| 2005-12-31 | 12.08 |
| 2004-12-31 | 7.91 |
| 2003-12-31 | 2.38 |
| 2002-12-31 | 2.59 |
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About Alphabet Inc.
Alphabet Inc. provides a diverse range of products and digital platforms to consumers across multiple global regions, including North and South America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the Asia-Pacific. The company's operations are organized into three primary divisions: Google Services, Google Cloud, and "Other Bets." The Google Services segment delivers core offerings such as its advertising solutions, the Android operating system, the Chrome browser, and various hardware. It also features popular applications like Gmail, Google Drive, Google Maps, Google Photos, Google Play, Search, and YouTube. This division further handles the sale of applications, in-app purchases, and digital content via the Google Play store, alongside marketing devices such as Fitbit wearables, Google Nest smart home products, Pixel smartphones, and other proprietary hardware. It also provides non-advertising services for YouTube. The Google Cloud segment offers a comprehensive suite of infrastructure, platform, and other cloud computing services for businesses. This includes Google Workspace, a collection of cloud-native collaboration tools for enterprises, featuring applications like Gmail, Docs, Drive, Calendar, and Meet, among other specialized services for corporate clients. Lastly, the "Other Bets" segment is engaged in developing and selling health technology and internet services. Established in 1998, Alphabet Inc. maintains its principal executive offices in Mountain View, California.
- Sector
- Communication Services
- Industry
- Internet Content & Information
- CEO
- Sundar Pichai