Starbucks Corporation (SBUX) Current Ratio: 0.72
Is Starbucks Corporation’s current ratio high or low?
Starbucks Corporation's current ratio of 0.72 is 18% below its 5-year average of 0.88, near the low end of its 5-year range (0.72–1.20).
The current ratio for Starbucks Corporation (SBUX) is 0.72 as of Wednesday, June 10, 2026. It is below its 12-month average by 2.04% (0.73).
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SBUX Current Ratio Metrics
CURRENT RATIO
0.72
CURRENT RATIO AVG TTM
0.73
CURRENT RATIO AVG 3Y
0.75
CURRENT RATIO AVG 5Y
0.88
CURRENT RATIO AVG 10Y
1.08
CURRENT RATIO AVG 15Y
1.22
CURRENT RATIO AVG 20Y
1.15
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-2.04%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-4.64%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-18.18%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-33.39%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-41.10%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-37.57%
SBUX Competitors' Current Ratio
| NAME | MARKET CAP | CURRENT RATIO | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starbucks Corporation (SBUX) | $112.74B | 0.72 | 0.73 | 0.75 | 0.88 |
| Lowe's Companies, Inc. (LOW) | $120.69B | 1.08 | 1.08 | 1.13 | 1.12 |
| Marriott International, Inc. (MAR) | $101.90B | 0.43 | 0.42 | 0.43 | 0.46 |
| Booking Holdings Inc. (BKNG) | $124.69B | 1.33 | 1.32 | 1.45 | 1.91 |
| MercadoLibre, Inc. (MELI) | $81.30B | 1.17 | 1.19 | 1.23 | 1.30 |
| Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. (HLT) | $76.74B | 10.81 | 5.75 | 3.27 | 2.62 |
| Airbnb, Inc. (ABNB) | $76.62B | 1.38 | 1.53 | 1.65 | 1.71 |
| Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST) | $74.06B | 1.58 | 1.60 | 1.72 | 1.72 |
| General Motors Company (GM) | $71.59B | 1.17 | 1.15 | 1.12 | 1.10 |
| NIKE, Inc. (NKE) | $65.15B | 2.21 | 2.30 | 2.49 | 2.53 |
Liquidity Analysis
Current Ratio
0.72
Quick Ratio
0.51
Starbucks Corporation Current Ratio Formula & Definition
Current Ratio = Current Assets / Current Liabilities
The current ratio measures short-term liquidity — a company's ability to cover current liabilities with current assets. Above 1.0 indicates positive working capital.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
Starbucks Corporation Current Ratio FAQ
- What is the current ratio for Starbucks Corporation (SBUX)?
- The current ratio for SBUX stock is 0.72.
- Is Starbucks Corporation's current ratio high or low?
- Starbucks Corporation's current ratio of 0.72 is 18% below its 5-year average of 0.88, near the low end of its 5-year range (0.72–1.20).
- What is the TTM average current ratio for Starbucks Corporation (SBUX)?
- The TTM average current ratio for SBUX stock is 0.73.
- What is the 3Y average current ratio for Starbucks Corporation (SBUX)?
- The 3Y average current ratio for SBUX stock is 0.75.
- What is the 5Y average current ratio for Starbucks Corporation (SBUX)?
- The 5Y average current ratio for SBUX stock is 0.88.
- What is the 10Y average current ratio for Starbucks Corporation (SBUX)?
- The 10Y average current ratio for SBUX stock is 1.08.
- What is the 15Y average current ratio for Starbucks Corporation (SBUX)?
- The 15Y average current ratio for SBUX stock is 1.22.
- What is the 20Y average current ratio for Starbucks Corporation (SBUX)?
- The 20Y average current ratio for SBUX stock is 1.15.
Starbucks Corporation Current Ratio History
| DATE | CURRENT RATIO |
|---|---|
| 2025-09-28 | 0.72 |
| 2024-09-30 | 0.75 |
| 2023-09-30 | 0.78 |
| 2022-09-30 | 0.77 |
| 2021-09-30 | 1.20 |
| 2020-09-30 | 1.06 |
| 2019-09-30 | 0.92 |
| 2018-09-30 | 2.20 |
| 2017-09-30 | 1.25 |
| 2016-09-30 | 1.05 |
| 2015-09-30 | 1.19 |
| 2014-09-30 | 1.37 |
| 2013-09-30 | 1.02 |
| 2012-09-30 | 1.90 |
| 2011-09-30 | 1.83 |
| 2010-09-30 | 1.55 |
| 2009-09-30 | 1.29 |
| 2008-09-30 | 0.80 |
| 2007-09-30 | 0.79 |
| 2006-09-30 | 0.79 |
| 2005-09-30 | 0.99 |
| 2004-09-30 | 1.75 |
| 2003-09-30 | 1.52 |
| 2002-09-30 | 1.58 |
| 2001-09-30 | 1.33 |
| 2000-09-30 | 1.47 |
| 1999-09-30 | 1.54 |
| 1998-09-30 | 1.88 |
| 1997-09-30 | 2.28 |
| 1996-09-30 | 3.36 |
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About Starbucks Corporation
Starbucks Corporation, along with its various subsidiaries, operates worldwide as a key player in roasting, marketing, and selling specialty coffee. Its business is structured into three main operating divisions: North America, International markets, and Channel Development. The company's retail outlets offer a broad assortment of coffee and tea beverages, roasted whole bean and ground coffees, single-serve options, and ready-to-drink products. Customers can also find a variety of food items, including pastries, breakfast sandwiches, and lunch selections. Furthermore, Starbucks extends its brand reach by licensing its trademarks to independently operated stores, grocery retailers, and foodservice accounts. Products are sold under well-known labels such as Starbucks, Teavana, Seattle's Best Coffee, Evolution Fresh, Ethos, Starbucks Reserve, and Princi. As of October 3, 2021, Starbucks had a significant global presence, operating 16,826 company-owned and licensed stores across North America, in addition to 17,007 similar locations internationally. The company, established in 1971, is headquartered in Seattle, Washington.
- Sector
- Consumer Cyclical
- Industry
- Restaurants
- CEO
- Brian R. Niccol