International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) Quick Ratio (Acid-Test): 0.90
Is International Business Machines Corporation’s quick ratio (acid-test) high or low?
International Business Machines Corporation's quick ratio (acid-test) of 0.90 is in line with its 5-year average of 0.91, around the middle of its 5-year range (0.83–1.00).
The quick ratio (acid-test) for International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) is 0.90 as of Wednesday, June 10, 2026. It is below its 12-month average by 5.26% (0.95).
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IBM Current vs Average Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Chart
IBM Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Metrics
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST)
0.90
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG TTM
0.95
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 3Y
0.92
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 5Y
0.91
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 10Y
1.03
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 15Y
1.07
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 20Y
1.09
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-5.26%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-2.70%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-1.28%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-12.78%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-15.64%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-17.29%
IBM Competitors' Quick Ratio (Acid-Test)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) | — | 0.90 | 0.95 | 0.92 | 0.91 |
| Texas Instruments Incorporated (TXN) | $257.37B | 2.83 | 2.85 | 3.21 | 3.48 |
| KLA Corporation (KLAC) | $279.96B | 1.83 | 1.67 | 1.64 | 1.75 |
| Marvell Technology, Inc. (MRVL) | $223.92B | 1.58 | 1.31 | 1.19 | 1.21 |
| Palantir Technologies Inc. (PLTR) | $298.97B | 7.11 | 6.54 | 5.95 | 5.31 |
| QUALCOMM Incorporated (QCOM) | $202.82B | 1.94 | 1.86 | 1.64 | 1.63 |
| Analog Devices, Inc. (ADI) | $191.81B | 1.68 | 1.52 | 1.30 | 1.37 |
| Arm Holdings plc American Depositary Shares (ARM) | $328.47B | 6.00 | 5.60 | 4.15 | 3.76 |
| Amphenol Corporation (APH) | $184.89B | 2.48 | 2.12 | 1.84 | 1.79 |
| Seagate Technology Holdings plc (STX) | $182.47B | 0.84 | 0.76 | 0.72 | 0.81 |
Liquidity Comparison
Quick Ratio
0.90
Excludes inventory
Current Ratio
0.93
Includes inventory
International Business Machines 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
International Business Machines Corporation Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) FAQ
- What is the quick ratio (acid-test) for International Business Machines Corporation (IBM)?
- The quick ratio (acid-test) for IBM stock is 0.90.
- Is International Business Machines Corporation's quick ratio (acid-test) high or low?
- International Business Machines Corporation's quick ratio (acid-test) of 0.90 is in line with its 5-year average of 0.91, around the middle of its 5-year range (0.83–1.00).
- What is the TTM average quick ratio (acid-test) for International Business Machines Corporation (IBM)?
- The TTM average quick ratio (acid-test) for IBM stock is 0.95.
- What is the 3Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for International Business Machines Corporation (IBM)?
- The 3Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for IBM stock is 0.92.
- What is the 5Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for International Business Machines Corporation (IBM)?
- The 5Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for IBM stock is 0.91.
- What is the 10Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for International Business Machines Corporation (IBM)?
- The 10Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for IBM stock is 1.03.
- What is the 15Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for International Business Machines Corporation (IBM)?
- The 15Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for IBM stock is 1.07.
- What is the 20Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for International Business Machines Corporation (IBM)?
- The 20Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for IBM stock is 1.09.
International Business Machines Corporation Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) History
| DATE | QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 0.90 |
| 2024-12-31 | 1.00 |
| 2023-12-31 | 0.93 |
| 2022-12-31 | 0.87 |
| 2021-12-31 | 0.83 |
| 2020-12-31 | 0.94 |
| 2019-12-31 | 0.98 |
| 2018-12-31 | 1.24 |
| 2017-12-31 | 1.29 |
| 2016-12-31 | 1.17 |
| 2015-12-31 | 1.20 |
| 2014-12-31 | 1.14 |
| 2013-12-31 | 1.22 |
| 2012-12-31 | 1.08 |
| 2011-12-31 | 1.15 |
| 2010-12-31 | 1.13 |
| 2009-12-31 | 1.29 |
| 2008-12-31 | 1.09 |
| 2007-12-31 | 1.14 |
| 2006-12-31 | 1.04 |
| 2005-12-31 | 1.22 |
| 2004-12-31 | 1.10 |
| 2003-12-31 | 1.12 |
| 2002-12-31 | 1.11 |
| 2001-12-31 | 1.09 |
| 2000-12-31 | 1.07 |
| 1999-12-31 | 0.97 |
| 1998-12-31 | 1.01 |
| 1997-12-31 | 1.05 |
| 1996-12-31 | 1.02 |
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About International Business Machines Corporation
International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) delivers comprehensive technology solutions and services across the globe. The company's operations are structured into four primary segments: Software, Consulting, Infrastructure, and Financing. The Software division provides hybrid cloud platforms and a range of software offerings, including Red Hat's enterprise open-source solutions. It also develops software for business automation, AIOps and management, integration, and application servers, in addition to data and artificial intelligence tools. This segment further supplies security software and services for threat, data, and identity management, and offers critical transaction processing software that supports essential on-premise workloads for industries such as banking, airlines, and retail. The Consulting arm delivers business transformation services, which encompass strategy development, business process design and operational improvements, data and analytics insights, and system integration. It additionally provides technology consulting and specialized application and cloud platform services. IBM's Infrastructure segment offers both on-premises and cloud-based server and storage solutions, specifically tailored for clients' crucial and regulated operations. It also extends support and solutions for hybrid cloud infrastructure, alongside remanufacturing and remarketing services for used equipment. The Financing segment provides various financial services, such as leasing, installment payment plans, loan financing, and short-term working capital solutions. Originally established in 1911 as the Computing-Tabulating-Recording Co., the company is now known as International Business Machines Corporation and maintains its headquarters in Armonk, New York.
- Sector
- Technology
- Industry
- Information Technology Services
- CEO
- Arvind Krishna