CBL & Associates PropertiesCBL +1.80%51 Quick Ratio is 2.31 as of Mar. 2026, which is 7% below its 10-year median of 2.49. GuruFocus rates CBL with a GF Score™ of 51/100 and a GF Value™ of $28.43 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 10 warning signs investors should review. Among 761 REITs companies, CBL & Associates Properties ranks better than 77.53% on this metric.
CBL & Associates Properties has a quick ratio of 2.31. It generally indicates good short-term financial strength.
The historical rank and industry rank for CBL & Associates Properties's Quick Ratio or its related term are showing as below:
CBL'
s Quick Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.48 Med: 2.49 Max: 4.97
Current: 2.31
During the past 7 years, CBL & Associates Properties's highest Quick Ratio was 4.97. The lowest was 0.48. And the median was 2.49.
CBL's Quick Ratio is ranked better than 77.53% of 761
companies
in the REITs industry
Industry Median: 0.87
vs CBL: 2.31
CBL & Associates Properties (NYSE:CBL) Quick Ratio Explanation
The quick ratio is more conservative than the Current Ratio because it excludes inventories from current assets. The ratio derives its name presumably from the fact that assets such as cash and marketable securities are quick sources of cash. Inventories generally take time to be converted into cash, and if they have to be sold quickly, the company may have to accept a lower price than book value of these inventories. As a result, they are justifiably excluded from assets that are ready sources of immediate cash.
In general, low or decreasing quick ratios generally suggest that a company is over-leveraged, struggling to maintain or grow sales, paying bills too quickly or collecting receivables too slowly. On the other hand, a high or increasing quick ratio generally indicates that a company is experiencing solid top-line growth, quickly converting receivables into cash, and easily able to cover its financial obligations. Such companies often have faster inventory turnover and cash conversion cycles.
The higher the quick ratio, the better the company's liquidity position.
CBL & Associates Properties Quick Ratio Related Terms
CBL & Associates Properties Quick Ratio Historical Data
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
For the REIT - Retail subindustry, CBL & Associates Properties's Quick Ratio, along with its competitors' market caps and Quick Ratio data, can be viewed below:
* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.
CBL & Associates Properties Quick Ratio vs REITs Industry
For the REITs industry and Real Estate sector, CBL & Associates Properties's Quick Ratio distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where CBL & Associates Properties's Quick Ratio falls into.
CBL & Associates Properties Quick Ratio Calculation
The quick ratio measures a company's ability to meet its short-term obligations with its most liquid assets. For this reason, the ratio excludes inventories from current assets.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
CBL & Associates Properties (CBL) has a Quick Ratio of 2.31 as of Mar. 2026. Quick ratio is the ratio of current assets less inventory to current liabilities. View historical data on CBL & Associates Properties and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 2.49. Over the past decade, CBL & Associates Properties' Quick Ratio has ranged from 0.48 to 4.97. According to the industry distribution chart, CBL & Associates Properties ranks #171 out of 761 companies in the REITs industry, placing it in the top 22.5%.
Is CBL & Associates Properties' Quick Ratio too high?
CBL & Associates Properties' current Quick Ratio of 2.31 is near median its 10-year median of 2.49. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.48 to a high of 4.97. The REITs industry median Quick Ratio is 0.87. CBL & Associates Properties' value of 2.31 is 165.5% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, CBL & Associates Properties ranks #171 out of 761 companies in the REITs industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, CBL & Associates Properties has a GF Score™ of 51/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does CBL & Associates Properties' Quick Ratio compare to ALX and GTY?
According to the REITs industry distribution chart, CBL & Associates Properties ranks #171 out of 761 companies for Quick Ratio. This places CBL & Associates Properties in the top 23% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Quick Ratio is 0.87. CBL & Associates Properties' value of 2.31 is 165.5% above this benchmark. Historically, CBL & Associates Properties' own Quick Ratio has ranged from 0.48 to 4.97 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 2.49 vs. the industry median of 0.87, CBL & Associates Properties has consistently been above the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Quick Ratio for a REITs company?
The median Quick Ratio among REITs companies is 0.87, based on 761 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Quick Ratio significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Quick Ratio should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. CBL & Associates Properties's current Quick Ratio of 2.31 is 165.5% above the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Quick Ratio mean?
A high Quick Ratio can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Quick ratio is the ratio of current assets less inventory to current liabilities. View historical data on CBL & Associates Properties and its competitors. For the REITs industry, the median Quick Ratio is 0.87 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. CBL & Associates Properties's current Quick Ratio is 2.31, which is near median its own 10-year median of 2.49. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is CBL & Associates Properties stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, CBL & Associates Properties (CBL) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $28.43, compared to a current price of $50.99 — trading 79.4% above its estimated fair value. The current Quick Ratio is 2.31, which is near median its 10-year median of 2.49 and 165.5% above the REITs industry median of 0.87. CBL & Associates Properties' overall GF Score™ is 51/100 with 10 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Quick Ratio calculated?
Quick Ratio is calculated from a company's financial statements. For CBL & Associates Properties (CBL), the current Quick Ratio is 2.31 as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.
Is CBL & Associates Properties (CBL) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, CBL & Associates Properties stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $50.99 is trading 79.4% above its estimated GF Value™ of $28.43.
GuruFocus considers CBL & Associates Properties to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for CBL:
Quick Ratio: 2.31 (near median its 10-year median of 2.49)
GF Value™: $28.43 vs. price of $50.99 (79.4% above fair value)
Industry Position: 165.5% above the REITs median (#171 of 761)
No single metric tells the full story. See the CBL stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
CBL & Associates Properties Inc is a real estate investment trust. The company engages in the ownership, development, acquisition, leasing, management and operation of regional shopping malls, outlet centers, lifestyle centers, open-air centers and other properties. CBL's sales predominantly derive from leasing arrangements with retail tenants. The company also generates revenue from management and development fees, as well as sales of its real estate assets. CBL expands its portfolio of assets through activities such as redevelopment, renovation, and expansion.
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