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Automated Systems Holdings (HKSE:00771) 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.
Automated Systems Holdings Quick Ratio Related Terms
Automated Systems 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:00771 vs IBM, ACN, FISV: Quick Ratio Comparison
For the Information Technology Services subindustry, Automated Systems 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.
Automated Systems Holdings Quick Ratio vs Software Industry
For the Software industry and Technology sector, Automated Systems Holdings's Quick Ratio distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Automated Systems Holdings's Quick Ratio falls into.
Automated Systems 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.
Automated Systems Holdings (HKSE:00771) has a Quick Ratio of 1.86 as of Dec. 2025. Quick ratio is the ratio of current assets less inventory to current liabilities. View historical data on Automated Systems Holdings and its competitors. This is 16% above median its historical median of 1.60. Over the past decade, Automated Systems Holdings' Quick Ratio has ranged from 1.04 to 1.86. According to the industry distribution chart, Automated Systems Holdings ranks #1305 out of 2874 companies in the Software industry, placing it in the top 45.4%.
Is Automated Systems Holdings' Quick Ratio too high?
Automated Systems Holdings' current Quick Ratio of 1.86 is 16% above median its 10-year median of 1.60. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.04 to a high of 1.86. The Software industry median Quick Ratio is 1.67. Automated Systems Holdings' value of 1.86 is 11.4% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Automated Systems Holdings ranks #1305 out of 2874 companies in the Software industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Automated Systems Holdings has a GF Score™ of 52/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Automated Systems Holdings' Quick Ratio compare to IBM and ACN?
According to the Software industry distribution chart, Automated Systems Holdings ranks #1305 out of 2874 companies for Quick Ratio. This puts Automated Systems Holdings in the upper half of its industry. The industry median Quick Ratio is 1.67. Automated Systems Holdings' value of 1.86 is 11.4% above this benchmark. Historically, Automated Systems Holdings' own Quick Ratio has ranged from 1.04 to 1.86 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 1.60 vs. the industry median of 1.67, Automated Systems Holdings 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 Software company?
The median Quick Ratio among Software companies is 1.67, based on 2,874 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. Automated Systems Holdings's current Quick Ratio of 1.86 is 11.4% 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 Automated Systems Holdings and its competitors. For the Software industry, the median Quick Ratio is 1.67 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Automated Systems Holdings's current Quick Ratio is 1.86, which is 16% above median its own 10-year median of 1.60. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Automated Systems Holdings stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Automated Systems Holdings (HKSE:00771) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is HK$0.82, compared to a current price of HK$0.71 — trading 13.4% below its estimated fair value. The current Quick Ratio is 1.86, which is 16% above median its 10-year median of 1.60 and 11.4% above the Software industry median of 1.67. Automated Systems Holdings' overall GF Score™ is 52/100 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 Automated Systems Holdings (HKSE:00771), the current Quick Ratio is 1.86 as of Dec. 2025. 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 Automated Systems Holdings (HKSE:00771) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Automated Systems Holdings stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of HK$0.71 is trading 13.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of HK$0.82.
GuruFocus considers Automated Systems Holdings to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for HKSE:00771:
Quick Ratio: 1.86 (16% above median its 10-year median of 1.60)
GF Value™: HK$0.82 vs. price of HK$0.71 (13.4% below fair value)
Industry Position: 11.4% above the Software median (#1305 of 2874)
No single metric tells the full story. See the HKSE:00771 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Automated Systems Holdings Ltd operates as an investment holding company that provides corporate management services. It operates through the following segments: Information Technology Products and Information Technology Services. The IT Products segment engages in the business of information technology in supplying information technology and associated products. The IT Services segment engages in the business of information technology in providing systems integration, software and consulting services, engineering support for products and solutions, and managed services. Its geographical presence is in Hong Kong, Mainland China, the United States, Taiwan, Macau, Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia, and other regions. The company derives maximum revenue from Hong Kong.
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