Quick Ratio (Acid-Test): 0.70
Is the quick ratio (acid-test) high or low?
The quick ratio (acid-test) of 0.70 is 71% below its 5-year average of 2.40, near the low end of its 5-year range (0.70–3.79).
As of Friday, June 26, 2026. 56.80% below its 12-month average of 1.61.
MKSI Quick Ratio
Reported quarterly quick ratio; no daily interpolation.
MKSI Average Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Chart
MKSI Current vs Average Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Chart
MKSI Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Metrics
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST)
0.70
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG TTM
1.61
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 3Y
2.03
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 5Y
2.40
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 10Y
2.82
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 15Y
4.35
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 20Y
4.43
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-56.80%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-65.66%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-70.98%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-75.27%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-83.98%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-84.28%
MKSI Competitors' Quick Ratio (Acid-Test)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MKS Inc. (MKSI) | $27.71B | 0.70 | 1.61 | 2.03 | 2.40 |
| Everpure, Inc (PSTG)vs › | $28.49B | 1.56 | 1.57 | 1.58 | 1.72 |
| Twilio Inc. (TWLO)vs › | $28.97B | 4.03 | 4.12 | 5.26 | 6.17 |
| Teledyne Technologies Incorporated (TDY)vs › | $29.06B | 1.08 | 1.35 | 1.28 | 1.34 |
| Workday, Inc. (WDAY)vs › | $29.80B | 1.32 | 1.58 | 1.70 | 1.48 |
| Fiserv, Inc. (FISV)vs › | $25.35B | 1.03 | 1.04 | 1.04 | 1.04 |
| Tower Semiconductor Ltd. (TSEM)vs › | $30.16B | 5.51 | 5.37 | 4.74 | 4.29 |
| Zoom Communications, Inc. (ZM)vs › | $24.30B | 4.33 | 4.45 | 4.26 | 4.13 |
| Entegris, Inc. (ENTG)vs › | $24.12B | 3.35 | 2.60 | 2.47 | 2.52 |
| MongoDB, Inc. (MDB)vs › | $23.66B | 4.65 | 4.93 | 4.51 | 4.21 |
Liquidity Comparison
Quick Ratio
0.70
Excludes inventory
Current Ratio
2.71
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 MKS Inc. (MKSI)?
- The quick ratio (acid-test) for MKSI stock is 0.70.
- Is MKS Inc.'s quick ratio (acid-test) high or low?
- The quick ratio (acid-test) of 0.70 is 71% below its 5-year average of 2.40, near the low end of its 5-year range (0.70–3.79).
- What is the TTM average quick ratio (acid-test) for MKS Inc. (MKSI)?
- The TTM average quick ratio (acid-test) for MKSI stock is 1.61.
- What is the 3Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for MKS Inc. (MKSI)?
- The 3Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for MKSI stock is 2.03.
- What is the 5Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for MKS Inc. (MKSI)?
- The 5Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for MKSI stock is 2.40.
- What is the 10Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for MKS Inc. (MKSI)?
- The 10Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for MKSI stock is 2.82.
- What is the 15Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for MKS Inc. (MKSI)?
- The 15Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for MKSI stock is 4.35.
- What is the 20Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for MKS Inc. (MKSI)?
- The 20Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for MKSI stock is 4.43.
MKSI Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) History
| DATE | QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) |
|---|---|
| 2026-03-31 | 0.70 |
| 2025-12-31 | 1.71 |
| 2025-09-30 | 1.81 |
| 2025-06-30 | 1.88 |
| 2025-03-31 | 1.96 |
| 2024-12-31 | 2.04 |
| 2024-09-30 | 2.21 |
| 2024-06-30 | 2.31 |
| 2024-03-31 | 2.34 |
| 2023-12-31 | 2.01 |
| 2023-09-30 | 2.11 |
| 2023-06-30 | 2.03 |
| 2023-03-31 | 1.93 |
| 2022-12-31 | 1.91 |
| 2022-09-30 | 1.81 |
| 2022-06-30 | 3.63 |
| 2022-03-31 | 3.72 |
| 2021-12-31 | 3.41 |
| 2021-09-30 | 3.30 |
| 2021-06-30 | 3.79 |
| 2021-03-31 | 3.78 |
| 2020-12-31 | 3.48 |
| 2020-09-30 | 3.23 |
| 2020-06-30 | 3.07 |
| 2020-03-31 | 3.05 |
| 2019-12-31 | 3.06 |
| 2019-09-30 | 2.89 |
| 2019-06-30 | 3.12 |
| 2019-03-31 | 2.98 |
| 2018-12-31 | 4.10 |
| 2018-09-30 | 3.86 |
| 2018-06-30 | 3.66 |
| 2018-03-31 | 3.24 |
| 2017-12-31 | 3.10 |
| 2017-09-30 | 3.10 |
| 2017-06-30 | 3.47 |
| 2017-03-31 | 3.19 |
| 2016-12-31 | 3.05 |
| 2016-09-30 | 3.14 |
| 2016-06-30 | 3.48 |
| 2016-03-31 | 8.24 |
| 2015-12-31 | 8.65 |
| 2015-09-30 | 5.12 |
| 2015-06-30 | 4.66 |
| 2015-03-31 | 4.92 |
| 2014-12-31 | 7.14 |
| 2014-09-30 | 5.56 |
| 2014-06-30 | 6.54 |
| 2014-03-31 | 6.44 |
| 2013-12-31 | 5.74 |
| 2013-09-30 | 7.88 |
| 2013-06-30 | 9.11 |
| 2013-03-31 | 9.48 |
| 2012-12-31 | 9.25 |
| 2012-09-30 | 7.93 |
| 2012-06-30 | 8.82 |
| 2012-03-31 | 8.41 |
| 2011-12-31 | 7.58 |
| 2011-09-30 | 8.31 |
| 2011-06-30 | 6.72 |
| 2011-03-31 | 6.03 |
| 2010-12-31 | 5.44 |
| 2010-09-30 | 5.05 |
| 2010-06-30 | 4.89 |
| 2010-03-31 | 5.25 |
| 2009-12-31 | 5.82 |
| 2009-09-30 | 6.21 |
| 2009-06-30 | 6.30 |
| 2009-03-31 | 5.72 |
| 2008-12-31 | 5.23 |
| 2008-09-30 | 4.60 |
| 2008-06-30 | 4.45 |
| 2008-03-31 | 3.98 |
| 2007-12-31 | 4.80 |
| 2007-09-30 | 4.79 |
| 2007-06-30 | 4.43 |
| 2007-03-31 | 3.87 |
| 2006-12-31 | 3.40 |
| 2006-09-30 | 3.24 |
| 2006-06-30 | 3.20 |
| 2006-03-31 | 3.18 |
| 2005-12-31 | 4.50 |
| 2005-09-30 | 4.48 |
| 2005-06-30 | 4.25 |
| 2005-03-31 | 4.01 |
| 2004-12-31 | 3.69 |
| 2004-09-30 | 2.95 |
| 2004-06-30 | 2.79 |
| 2004-03-31 | 2.71 |
| 2003-12-31 | 2.79 |
| 2003-09-30 | 2.88 |
| 2003-06-30 | 3.03 |
| 2003-03-31 | 2.85 |
| 2002-12-31 | 2.93 |
| 2002-09-30 | 2.84 |
| 2002-06-30 | 2.79 |
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About MKS Inc.
MKS Inc. (MKSI) functions as a worldwide supplier of sophisticated instruments, integrated systems, specialized components, and advanced process control solutions. The company's products are engineered to precisely measure, observe, deliver, evaluate, energize, and regulate essential operational factors within diverse manufacturing environments across the globe. Its offerings are categorized into three primary divisions: 1. Vacuum & Analysis: This segment provides cutting-edge solutions for managing pressure and vacuum, featuring both direct and indirect pressure sensing devices. It also offers material handling technologies, including flow and valve systems, alongside integrated pressure measurement and control subsystems designed for meticulous process regulation. Furthermore, it supplies power delivery apparatus such as microwave, radio frequency matching networks, and metrology tools, which are crucial for supplying energy to etching, stripping, and deposition procedures. Plasma and reactive gas products also fall under this division. 2. Light & Motion: Concentrating on light-based technologies, this unit features a broad spectrum of laser products, encompassing continuous wave, pulsed nanosecond, diode, diode-pumped solid-state, and fiber lasers. Its photonics portfolio includes motion control systems, optical tables with vibration isolation platforms, a variety of photonic instruments, precision optics and optical assemblies, opto-mechanical parts, temperature sensing devices vital for wafer fabrication, and laser/LED measurement equipment like power/energy meters, beam profilers, and optical/photonic subsystems. 3. Equipment & Solutions: This division specializes in laser-driven systems for printed circuit board (PCB) manufacturing. Its offerings cover flexible interconnect PCB processing and high-density interconnect solutions for rigid PCB production and substrate preparation. Additionally, it provides test systems for multi-layer ceramic capacitors. MKS Inc. serves a wide array of sectors, including semiconductor manufacturing, industrial technologies, life and health sciences, academic research, and defense. The company distributes its products and services through its internal sales team, independent distributors, sales representatives, and directly via its online platforms and product catalogs. Founded in 1961, MKS Inc. maintains its corporate headquarters in Andover, Massachusetts.
- Sector
- Technology
- Industry
- Hardware, Equipment & Parts
- CEO
- John T. C. Lee