NiSource Inc. (NI) Quick Ratio (Acid-Test): 0.56
Is NiSource Inc.’s quick ratio (acid-test) high or low?
NiSource Inc.'s quick ratio (acid-test) of 0.56 is in line with its 5-year average of 0.53, around the middle of its 5-year range (0.39–0.76).
As of Tuesday, June 16, 2026. 15.46% above its 12-month average of 0.48.
NI Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Chart
NI Average Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Chart
NI Current vs Average Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Chart
NI Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Metrics
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST)
0.56
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG TTM
0.48
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 3Y
0.53
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 5Y
0.53
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 10Y
0.47
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 15Y
0.46
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 20Y
0.49
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+15.46%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+5.66%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+5.33%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+20.08%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
+22.27%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
+13.19%
NI Competitors' Quick Ratio (Acid-Test)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NiSource Inc. (NI) | $22.76B | 0.56 | 0.48 | 0.53 | 0.53 |
| CMS Energy Corporation (CMS)vs › | $22.75B | 0.76 | 0.67 | 0.69 | 0.71 |
| American Water Works Company, Inc. (AWK)vs › | $24.78B | 0.44 | 0.40 | 0.45 | 0.52 |
| Alliant Energy Corporation (LNT)vs › | $19.00B | 0.66 | 0.49 | 0.45 | 0.45 |
| FirstEnergy Corp. (FE)vs › | $27.38B | 0.46 | 0.46 | 0.45 | 0.52 |
| Talen Energy Corporation (TLN)vs › | $17.65B | 1.02 | 1.32 | 1.46 | 1.31 |
| CenterPoint Energy, Inc. (CNP)vs › | $28.18B | 0.79 | 0.85 | 0.76 | 0.85 |
| Atmos Energy Corporation (ATO)vs › | $28.31B | 0.53 | 0.66 | 0.63 | 0.62 |
| WEC Energy Group, Inc. (WEC)vs › | $37.13B | 0.34 | 0.39 | 0.42 | 0.43 |
| Clearway Energy, Inc. (CWEN-A)vs › | $8.31B | 1.06 | 1.23 | 1.53 | 1.35 |
Liquidity Comparison
Quick Ratio
0.56
Excludes inventory
Current Ratio
0.69
Includes inventory
NiSource 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
NiSource Inc. Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) FAQ
- What is the quick ratio (acid-test) for NiSource Inc. (NI)?
- The quick ratio (acid-test) for NI stock is 0.56.
- Is NiSource Inc.'s quick ratio (acid-test) high or low?
- NiSource Inc.'s quick ratio (acid-test) of 0.56 is in line with its 5-year average of 0.53, around the middle of its 5-year range (0.39–0.76).
- What is the TTM average quick ratio (acid-test) for NiSource Inc. (NI)?
- The TTM average quick ratio (acid-test) for NI stock is 0.48.
- What is the 3Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for NiSource Inc. (NI)?
- The 3Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for NI stock is 0.53.
- What is the 5Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for NiSource Inc. (NI)?
- The 5Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for NI stock is 0.53.
- What is the 10Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for NiSource Inc. (NI)?
- The 10Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for NI stock is 0.47.
- What is the 15Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for NiSource Inc. (NI)?
- The 15Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for NI stock is 0.46.
- What is the 20Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for NiSource Inc. (NI)?
- The 20Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for NI stock is 0.49.
NiSource Inc. Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) History
| DATE | QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 0.56 |
| 2024-12-31 | 0.41 |
| 2023-12-31 | 0.76 |
| 2022-12-31 | 0.39 |
| 2021-12-31 | 0.52 |
| 2020-12-31 | 0.55 |
| 2019-12-31 | 0.38 |
| 2018-12-31 | 0.40 |
| 2017-12-31 | 0.41 |
| 2016-12-31 | 0.37 |
| 2015-12-31 | 0.38 |
| 2014-12-31 | 0.46 |
| 2013-12-31 | 0.51 |
| 2012-12-31 | 0.55 |
| 2011-12-31 | 0.46 |
| 2010-12-31 | 0.52 |
| 2009-12-31 | 0.53 |
| 2008-12-31 | 0.56 |
| 2007-12-31 | 0.50 |
| 2006-12-31 | 0.54 |
| 2005-12-31 | 0.63 |
| 2004-12-31 | 0.61 |
| 2003-12-31 | 0.75 |
| 2002-12-31 | 0.33 |
| 2001-12-31 | 0.49 |
| 2000-12-31 | 0.60 |
| 1999-12-31 | 0.41 |
| 1998-12-31 | 0.50 |
| 1997-12-31 | 0.65 |
| 1996-12-31 | 0.35 |
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About NiSource Inc.
NiSource Inc. operates as an energy holding company, primarily functioning as a regulated natural gas and electric utility within the United States. Its business activities are organized into two main divisions: Gas Distribution Operations and Electric Operations. The company's Gas Distribution segment delivers natural gas to approximately 853,000 customers across northern Indiana, and an additional 2.4 million residential, commercial, and industrial clients throughout Ohio, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Kentucky, and Maryland. This extensive network includes about 54,600 miles of distribution main pipelines and customer service lines, along with 1,000 miles of transmission main pipelines. Through its Electric Operations, NiSource provides electricity to roughly 483,000 customers residing in 20 counties in northern Indiana, while also engaging in wholesale electricity and transmission transactions. The company maintains a diverse portfolio of power generation assets. These include coal-fired plants with capacities of 722 megawatts (MW) in Wheatfield and 455 MW in Michigan City; a 563 MW combined cycle gas turbine facility in West Terre Haute; natural gas generating units providing 155 MW in Wheatfield; hydroelectric plants contributing 9 MW in Carroll County and 7 MW in White County; and wind energy facilities in White County, Indiana, producing 102 MW and 302 MW, respectively. Originally founded in 1847, the company was known as NIPSCO Industries, Inc. before officially changing its name to NiSource Inc. in April 1999. Its corporate headquarters are located in Merrillville, Indiana.
- Sector
- Utilities
- Industry
- Regulated Gas
- CEO
- Lloyd Yates