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Quick Ratio (Acid-Test): 5.08

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Is the quick ratio (acid-test) high or low?

The quick ratio (acid-test) of 5.08 is 88% above its 5-year average of 2.70, near the high end of its 5-year range (1.50–5.08).

As of Wednesday, June 24, 2026. 38.33% above its 12-month average of 3.67.

Current Ratio|Debt to Equity|P/FCF Ratio|All Metrics
Quick Ratio

KTOS Quick Ratio

5.08

Reported quarterly quick ratio; no daily interpolation.

+51.31% 5Y
KTOS Quick Ratio (Acid-Test)

KTOS Average Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Chart

KTOS Quick Ratio (Acid-Test)

KTOS Current vs Average Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Chart

KTOS Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Metrics

QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST)

5.08

QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG TTM

3.67

QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 3Y

2.78

QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 5Y

2.57

QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 10Y

2.51

QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 15Y

2.16

QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 20Y

1.98

CURRENT VS TTM AVG

+38.33%

CURRENT VS 3Y AVG

+82.57%

CURRENT VS 5Y AVG

+97.24%

CURRENT VS 10Y AVG

+102.08%

CURRENT VS 15Y AVG

+134.78%

CURRENT VS 20Y AVG

+156.87%

KTOS Competitors' Quick Ratio (Acid-Test)

NAMEMARKET CAPQUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST)TTM3Y5Y
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (KTOS)$8.99B5.083.672.782.57
Aecom (ACM)vs ›$8.98B1.141.131.101.13
Builders FirstSource, Inc. (BLDR)vs ›$9.05B1.161.131.121.15
Planet Labs PBC (PL)vs ›$8.76B1.641.882.592.62
Gartner, Inc. (IT)vs ›$8.74B1.001.030.940.89
A. O. Smith Corporation (AOS)vs ›$8.41B0.940.951.041.14
AGCO Corporation (AGCO)vs ›$8.30B0.670.650.650.67
EnerSys (ENS)vs ›$7.97B1.761.751.631.67
Booz Allen Hamilton Holding Corporation (BAH)vs ›$7.52B1.781.791.601.67
Pool Corporation (POOL)vs ›$7.48B0.590.550.580.60

Liquidity Comparison

Quick Ratio

5.08

Excludes inventory

Current Ratio

4.06

Includes inventory

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

Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) FAQ

What is the quick ratio (acid-test) for Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (KTOS)?
The quick ratio (acid-test) for KTOS stock is 5.08.
Is Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc.'s quick ratio (acid-test) high or low?
The quick ratio (acid-test) of 5.08 is 88% above its 5-year average of 2.70, near the high end of its 5-year range (1.50–5.08).
What is the TTM average quick ratio (acid-test) for Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (KTOS)?
The TTM average quick ratio (acid-test) for KTOS stock is 3.67.
What is the 3Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (KTOS)?
The 3Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for KTOS stock is 2.78.
What is the 5Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (KTOS)?
The 5Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for KTOS stock is 2.57.
What is the 10Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (KTOS)?
The 10Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for KTOS stock is 2.51.
What is the 15Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (KTOS)?
The 15Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for KTOS stock is 2.16.
What is the 20Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (KTOS)?
The 20Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for KTOS stock is 1.98.

KTOS Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) History

DATEQUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST)
2026-03-295.08
2025-12-283.46
2025-09-283.68
2025-06-293.88
2025-03-302.26
2024-12-312.39
2024-09-292.61
2024-06-302.56
2024-03-312.47
2023-12-311.50
2023-10-011.73
2023-06-251.76
2023-03-261.85
2022-12-311.95
2022-09-252.25
2022-06-262.22
2022-03-272.72
2021-12-313.01
2021-09-263.24
2021-06-273.35
2021-03-283.25
2020-12-313.46
2020-09-273.47
2020-06-283.99
2020-03-292.49
2019-12-312.52
2019-09-292.47
2019-06-302.33
2019-03-312.29
2018-12-312.72
2018-09-302.60
2018-07-012.59
2018-04-012.34
2017-12-312.23
2017-10-012.54
2017-06-251.67
2017-03-261.65
2016-12-311.62
2016-09-251.34
2016-06-261.50
2016-03-271.48
2015-12-311.54
2015-09-271.37
2015-06-281.41
2015-03-291.32
2014-12-311.36
2014-09-281.30
2014-06-291.30
2014-03-301.36
2013-12-311.42
2013-09-291.35
2013-06-301.39
2013-03-311.33
2012-12-311.29
2012-09-301.30
2012-06-241.95
2012-03-251.51
2011-12-311.59
2011-09-251.73
2011-06-262.29
2011-03-271.99
2010-12-311.34
2010-09-261.65
2010-06-271.60
2010-03-281.37
2009-12-311.56
2009-09-271.45
2009-06-281.41
2009-03-291.50
2008-12-311.38
2008-09-281.33
2008-06-291.22
2008-03-301.21
2007-12-311.19
2007-09-301.00
2007-06-301.07
2007-03-310.91
2006-12-310.95
2006-09-302.14
2006-06-302.16
2006-03-312.10
2005-12-311.69
2005-09-301.72
2005-07-011.73
2005-04-011.59
2004-12-311.90
2004-10-011.86
2004-07-022.40
2004-04-023.08
2003-12-313.92
2003-09-264.27
2003-06-274.27
2003-03-284.03
2002-12-314.22
2002-09-304.00
2002-06-304.50

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About Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc.

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. primarily functions as a contractor for the United States Department of Defense. Its business operations are organized into two distinct divisions: Kratos Government Solutions and Unmanned Systems. The Kratos Government Solutions segment delivers a comprehensive suite of products and services, including advanced microwave electronics, solutions for space and satellite communications, specialized training and cybersecurity/warfare capabilities, C5ISR (Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Combat Systems, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance) and modular systems, cutting-edge turbine technologies, and essential defense and rocket support services. Meanwhile, the Unmanned Systems division is dedicated to developing and supplying autonomous platforms, specifically unmanned aerial, ground, and maritime systems. Kratos caters to an extensive client base, which includes various national security organizations, the DoD, intelligence and classified agencies, international government bodies, and both domestic and global commercial enterprises. The company was established in 1994 and its corporate headquarters are located in San Diego, California.

San Diego, CA
4,000 employees
www.kratosdefense.com
Industrials / Aerospace & Defense
Sector
Industrials
Industry
Aerospace & Defense
CEO
Eric DeMarco
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