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HKC International Holdings (HKSE:00248) 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.
HKC International Holdings Quick Ratio Related Terms
HKC International Holdings 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.
HKSE:00248 vs CSCO, MSI, HPE: Quick Ratio Comparison
For the Communication Equipment subindustry, HKC International Holdings'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.
HKC International Holdings Quick Ratio vs Hardware Industry
For the Hardware industry and Technology sector, HKC International Holdings's Quick Ratio distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where HKC International Holdings's Quick Ratio falls into.
HKC International Holdings 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.
HKC International Holdings (HKSE:00248) has a Quick Ratio of 1.17 as of Mar. 2026. Quick ratio is the ratio of current assets less inventory to current liabilities. View historical data on HKC International Holdings and its competitors. This is 17% above median its historical median of 1.00. Over the past decade, HKC International Holdings' Quick Ratio has ranged from 0.82 to 1.17. According to the industry distribution chart, HKC International Holdings ranks #1515 out of 2497 companies in the Hardware industry, placing it in the top 60.7%.
Is HKC International Holdings' Quick Ratio too high?
HKC International Holdings' current Quick Ratio of 1.17 is 17% above median its 10-year median of 1.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.82 to a high of 1.17. The Hardware industry median Quick Ratio is 1.42. HKC International Holdings' value of 1.17 is 17.6% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, HKC International Holdings ranks #1515 out of 2497 companies in the Hardware industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, HKC International Holdings has a GF Score™ of 31/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does HKC International Holdings' Quick Ratio compare to CSCO and MSI?
According to the Hardware industry distribution chart, HKC International Holdings ranks #1515 out of 2497 companies for Quick Ratio. This places HKC International Holdings in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Quick Ratio is 1.42. HKC International Holdings' value of 1.17 is 17.6% below this benchmark. Historically, HKC International Holdings' own Quick Ratio has ranged from 0.82 to 1.17 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 1.00 vs. the industry median of 1.42, HKC International Holdings has consistently been below 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 Hardware company?
The median Quick Ratio among Hardware companies is 1.42, based on 2,497 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. HKC International Holdings's current Quick Ratio of 1.17 is 17.6% below 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 HKC International Holdings and its competitors. For the Hardware industry, the median Quick Ratio is 1.42 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. HKC International Holdings's current Quick Ratio is 1.17, which is 17% above median its own 10-year median of 1.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is HKC International Holdings stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, HKC International Holdings (HKSE:00248) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is HK$0.09, compared to a current price of HK$0.21 — trading 135.6% above its estimated fair value. The current Quick Ratio is 1.17, which is 17% above median its 10-year median of 1.00 and 17.6% below the Hardware industry median of 1.42. HKC International Holdings' overall GF Score™ is 31/100 with 5 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 HKC International Holdings (HKSE:00248), the current Quick Ratio is 1.17 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 HKC International Holdings (HKSE:00248) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, HKC International Holdings stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of HK$0.21 is trading 135.6% above its estimated GF Value™ of HK$0.09.
GuruFocus considers HKC International Holdings to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for HKSE:00248:
Quick Ratio: 1.17 (17% above median its 10-year median of 1.00)
GF Value™: HK$0.09 vs. price of HK$0.21 (135.6% above fair value)
Industry Position: 17.6% below the Hardware median (#1515 of 2497)
No single metric tells the full story. See the HKSE:00248 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
HKC International Holdings Ltd is an investment holding company engaged in the Information Communication Technology (ICT) Solution Provider in the Asian Pacific region. The group provides Smart Library RFID Solutions, Health Care Solutions, Business Solutions, and Smart Living Solutions. The operating segments of the group are Sales of mobile phones in Hong Kong; Sales of IOT solutions in Hong Kong; Sales of IOT solutions in Mainland China and other countries in South East Asia; and Property investment. It derives key revenue from the Sales of IOT solutions in Hong Kong. The group has a business presence in Hong Kong, Mainland China, and Singapore.
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