United States Steel Corporation (X) Current Ratio: 1.55
Is United States Steel Corporation’s current ratio high or low?
United States Steel Corporation's current ratio of 1.55 is in line with its 5-year average of 1.71, near the low end of its 5-year range (1.43–1.99).
As of Friday, June 12, 2026. 6.34% below its 12-month average of 1.66.
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CURRENT RATIO
1.55
CURRENT RATIO AVG TTM
1.66
CURRENT RATIO AVG 3Y
1.79
CURRENT RATIO AVG 5Y
1.71
CURRENT RATIO AVG 10Y
1.73
CURRENT RATIO AVG 15Y
1.75
CURRENT RATIO AVG 20Y
1.76
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-6.34%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-13.41%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-9.36%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-10.31%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-11.21%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-12.03%
X Competitors' Current Ratio
| NAME | MARKET CAP | CURRENT RATIO | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States Steel Corporation (X) | $12.42B | 1.55 | 1.66 | 1.79 | 1.71 |
| MP Materials Corp. (MP) | $10.18B | 7.24 | 6.77 | 9.30 | 11.95 |
| Alcoa Corporation (AA) | $18.20B | 1.44 | 1.44 | 1.52 | 1.55 |
| DuPont de Nemours, Inc. (DD) | $19.20B | 2.42 | 1.88 | 2.30 | 2.41 |
| International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. (IFF) | $20.02B | 1.42 | 1.63 | 1.73 | 1.74 |
| Vulcan Materials Company (VMC) | $36.36B | 2.69 | 2.26 | 2.42 | 2.34 |
| Nucor Corporation (NUE) | $59.42B | 2.94 | 2.72 | 3.10 | 3.08 |
| Air Products and Chemicals, Inc. (APD) | $63.08B | 1.38 | 1.45 | 1.51 | 2.10 |
| Ecolab Inc. (ECL) | $74.12B | 1.08 | 1.17 | 1.24 | 1.33 |
| The Sherwin-Williams Company (SHW) | $78.49B | 0.87 | 0.83 | 0.87 | 0.89 |
Liquidity Analysis
Current Ratio
1.55
Quick Ratio
0.91
United States Steel 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
United States Steel Corporation Current Ratio FAQ
- What is the current ratio for United States Steel Corporation (X)?
- The current ratio for X stock is 1.55.
- Is United States Steel Corporation's current ratio high or low?
- United States Steel Corporation's current ratio of 1.55 is in line with its 5-year average of 1.71, near the low end of its 5-year range (1.43–1.99).
- What is the TTM average current ratio for United States Steel Corporation (X)?
- The TTM average current ratio for X stock is 1.66.
- What is the 3Y average current ratio for United States Steel Corporation (X)?
- The 3Y average current ratio for X stock is 1.79.
- What is the 5Y average current ratio for United States Steel Corporation (X)?
- The 5Y average current ratio for X stock is 1.71.
- What is the 10Y average current ratio for United States Steel Corporation (X)?
- The 10Y average current ratio for X stock is 1.73.
- What is the 15Y average current ratio for United States Steel Corporation (X)?
- The 15Y average current ratio for X stock is 1.75.
- What is the 20Y average current ratio for United States Steel Corporation (X)?
- The 20Y average current ratio for X stock is 1.76.
United States Steel Corporation Current Ratio History
| DATE | CURRENT RATIO |
|---|---|
| 2024-12-31 | 1.55 |
| 2023-12-31 | 1.76 |
| 2022-12-31 | 1.99 |
| 2021-12-31 | 1.86 |
| 2020-12-31 | 1.67 |
| 2019-12-31 | 1.43 |
| 2018-12-31 | 1.51 |
| 2017-12-31 | 1.75 |
| 2016-12-31 | 1.87 |
| 2015-12-31 | 1.82 |
| 2014-12-31 | 1.80 |
| 2013-12-31 | 1.74 |
| 2012-12-31 | 1.80 |
| 2011-12-31 | 1.58 |
| 2010-12-31 | 1.71 |
| 2009-12-31 | 2.09 |
| 2008-12-31 | 2.06 |
| 2007-12-31 | 1.65 |
| 2006-12-31 | 1.92 |
| 2005-12-31 | 1.76 |
| 2004-12-31 | 1.68 |
| 2003-12-31 | 1.46 |
| 2002-12-31 | 1.78 |
| 2001-12-31 | 1.65 |
| 2000-12-31 | 1.95 |
| 1999-12-31 | 1.56 |
| 1998-12-31 | 1.25 |
| 1997-12-31 | 1.15 |
| 1996-12-31 | 1.10 |
| 1995-12-31 | 0.95 |
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About United States Steel Corporation
United States Steel Corporation, established in 1901 and based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a prominent producer and supplier of flat-rolled and tubular steel goods. The company primarily operates across North America and Europe, organized into four distinct business divisions. The North American Flat-Rolled segment provides various products, including slabs, strip mill plates, sheets, and tin mill items, in addition to raw materials such as iron ore and coke. This division caters to a broad clientele across industries like service centers, conversion operations, transportation, automotive, construction, container manufacturing, appliance production, and electrical applications. The Mini Mill segment specializes in hot-rolled, cold-rolled, and coated sheets, as well as electrical products. Its customer base encompasses the automotive, appliance, construction, container, transportation, and service center markets. Through U. S. Steel Europe (USSE), the company delivers slabs, strip mill plates, sheets, tin mill products, and spiral welded pipes. This European division serves construction, container, appliance and electrical, service centers, conversion, and the crucial oil, gas, and petrochemical sectors. Finally, the Tubular Products division manufactures specialized steel piping, including seamless and electric resistance welded steel casing and tubing products, along with standard, line, and mechanical pipes. These products are predominantly distributed to the oil, gas, and petrochemical industries. Beyond its core steel manufacturing, the corporation also maintains an involvement in the real estate business.
- Sector
- Basic Materials
- Industry
- Steel
- CEO
- Alan Kestenbaum