Linde plc (LIN) Quick Ratio (Acid-Test): 0.74
Is Linde plc’s quick ratio (acid-test) high or low?
Linde plc's quick ratio (acid-test) of 0.74 is in line with its 5-year average of 0.69, near the high end of its 5-year range (0.62–0.76).
The quick ratio (acid-test) for Linde plc (LIN) is 0.74 as of Wednesday, June 10, 2026. It is below its 12-month average by 1.33% (0.75).
LIN Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Chart
LIN Average Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Chart
LIN Current vs Average Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Chart
LIN Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Metrics
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST)
0.74
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG TTM
0.75
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 3Y
0.71
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 5Y
0.69
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 10Y
0.81
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 15Y
0.84
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 20Y
0.84
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-1.33%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+4.23%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+7.51%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-8.64%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-11.97%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-11.95%
LIN Competitors' Quick Ratio (Acid-Test)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Linde plc (LIN) | — | 0.74 | 0.75 | 0.71 | 0.69 |
| Newmont Corporation (NEM) | $105.20B | 1.82 | 1.58 | 1.40 | 1.64 |
| Freeport-McMoRan Inc. (FCX) | $92.36B | 1.05 | 1.11 | 1.31 | 1.43 |
| The Sherwin-Williams Company (SHW) | $76.59B | 0.53 | 0.49 | 0.51 | 0.53 |
| Ecolab Inc. (ECL) | $74.42B | 0.81 | 0.88 | 0.90 | 0.97 |
| Air Products and Chemicals, Inc. (APD) | $63.01B | 1.20 | 1.27 | 1.34 | 1.94 |
| Nucor Corporation (NUE) | $57.92B | 1.57 | 1.52 | 1.88 | 1.85 |
| Vulcan Materials Company (VMC) | $36.20B | 1.97 | 1.63 | 1.75 | 1.71 |
| DuPont de Nemours, Inc. (DD) | $19.29B | 1.91 | 1.40 | 1.73 | 1.93 |
| Alcoa Corporation (AA) | $19.11B | 0.87 | 0.86 | 0.85 | 0.92 |
Liquidity Comparison
Quick Ratio
0.74
Excludes inventory
Current Ratio
0.88
Includes inventory
Linde plc 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
Linde plc Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) FAQ
- What is the quick ratio (acid-test) for Linde plc (LIN)?
- The quick ratio (acid-test) for LIN stock is 0.74.
- Is Linde plc's quick ratio (acid-test) high or low?
- Linde plc's quick ratio (acid-test) of 0.74 is in line with its 5-year average of 0.69, near the high end of its 5-year range (0.62–0.76).
- What is the TTM average quick ratio (acid-test) for Linde plc (LIN)?
- The TTM average quick ratio (acid-test) for LIN stock is 0.75.
- What is the 3Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for Linde plc (LIN)?
- The 3Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for LIN stock is 0.71.
- What is the 5Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for Linde plc (LIN)?
- The 5Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for LIN stock is 0.69.
- What is the 10Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for Linde plc (LIN)?
- The 10Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for LIN stock is 0.81.
- What is the 15Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for Linde plc (LIN)?
- The 15Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for LIN stock is 0.84.
- What is the 20Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for Linde plc (LIN)?
- The 20Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for LIN stock is 0.84.
Linde plc Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) History
| DATE | QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 0.74 |
| 2024-12-31 | 0.76 |
| 2023-12-31 | 0.67 |
| 2022-12-31 | 0.67 |
| 2021-12-31 | 0.62 |
| 2020-12-31 | 0.67 |
| 2019-12-31 | 0.71 |
| 2018-12-31 | 1.21 |
| 2017-12-31 | 0.81 |
| 2016-12-31 | 0.94 |
| 2015-12-31 | 1.11 |
| 2014-12-31 | 0.92 |
| 2013-12-31 | 0.90 |
| 2012-12-31 | 0.93 |
| 2011-12-31 | 0.85 |
| 2010-12-31 | 0.94 |
| 2009-12-31 | 1.02 |
| 2008-12-31 | 0.62 |
| 2007-12-31 | 0.73 |
| 2006-12-31 | 0.95 |
| 2005-12-31 | 0.88 |
| 2004-12-31 | 0.76 |
| 2003-12-31 | 1.03 |
| 2002-12-31 | 0.92 |
| 2001-12-31 | 0.83 |
| 2000-12-31 | 0.74 |
| 1999-12-31 | 0.59 |
| 1998-12-31 | 0.83 |
| 1997-12-31 | 0.86 |
| 1996-12-31 | 0.53 |
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About Linde plc
Linde plc functions as a global industrial gas and engineering powerhouse, extending its operations throughout North and South America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the Asia Pacific. The company's comprehensive product line features atmospheric gases like oxygen, nitrogen, argon, and various rare gases, alongside a diverse array of process gases such as carbon dioxide, helium, hydrogen, specialized electronic gases, and acetylene. Beyond gas supply, Linde is also adept at designing and constructing turnkey process plants. These engineering solutions serve both third-party customers and its own gas business facilities, covering types like olefin, natural gas, air separation, hydrogen, and synthesis gas plants. Linde's extensive client base spans numerous sectors, including healthcare, energy, general manufacturing, food and beverage carbonation, fiber-optics, steel production, aerospace, chemicals, and water treatment. Established in 1879, the company is headquartered in Woking, United Kingdom.
- Sector
- Basic Materials
- Industry
- Chemicals - Specialty
- CEO
- Sanjiv Lamba