K&O Energy Group (TSE:1663) Quick Ratio: 4.10 (As of Dec. 2025) — 14% Above Median


TSE:1663 K&O Energy Group Inc TSE:1663
72 GF Score
Price 円3,805.00
GF Value 円2,978.49
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is K&O Energy Group Quick Ratio?

K&O Energy Group TSE:1663 -0.39% 72 Quick Ratio is 4.10 as of Dec. 2025, which is 14% above its 10-year median of 3.60. GuruFocus rates TSE:1663 with a GF Score™ of 72/100 and a GF Value™ of 円2,978.49 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 508 Utilities - Regulated companies, K&O Energy Group ranks better than 94.69% on this metric.

The quick ratio measures a company's ability to meet its short-term obligations with its most liquid assets. It is calculated as a company's Total Current Assets excludes Total Inventories divides by its Total Current Liabilities. K&O Energy Group's quick ratio for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 was 4.10.

K&O Energy Group has a quick ratio of 4.10. It generally indicates good short-term financial strength.

The historical rank and industry rank for K&O Energy Group's Quick Ratio or its related term are showing as below:

TSE:1663' s Quick Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 2.34   Med: 3.6   Max: 4.22
Current: 4.22

During the past 12 years, K&O Energy Group's highest Quick Ratio was 4.22. The lowest was 2.34. And the median was 3.60.

TSE:1663's Quick Ratio is ranked better than
94.69% of 508 companies
in the Utilities - Regulated industry
Industry Median: 1.005 vs TSE:1663: 4.22

K&O Energy Group  (TSE:1663) 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.


K&O Energy Group Quick Ratio Related Terms


K&O Energy Group Quick Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for K&O Energy Group's Quick Ratio can be seen below:

* 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.

K&O Energy Group Quick Ratio Chart

K&O Energy Group Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
Quick Ratio
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 3.26 2.34 3.33 3.41 4.10

K&O Energy Group Quarterly Data
Mar21 Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
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TSE:1663 vs ATO, NI: Quick Ratio Comparison

For the Utilities - Regulated Gas subindustry, K&O Energy Group'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.


K&O Energy Group Quick Ratio vs Utilities - Regulated Industry

For the Utilities - Regulated industry and Utilities sector, K&O Energy Group's Quick Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where K&O Energy Group's Quick Ratio falls into.


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K&O Energy Group 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.

K&O Energy Group's Quick Ratio for the fiscal year that ended in Dec. 2025 is calculated as

Quick Ratio (A: Dec. 2025 )=(Total Current Assets-Total Inventories)/Total Current Liabilities
=(53083-2478)/12333
=4.10

K&O Energy Group's Quick Ratio for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 is calculated as

Quick Ratio (Q: Dec. 2025 )=(Total Current Assets-Total Inventories)/Total Current Liabilities
=(53083-2478)/12333
=4.10

* 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.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Quick Ratio →
What does a Quick Ratio of 4.10 mean?
K&O Energy Group (TSE:1663) has a Quick Ratio of 4.10 as of Dec. 2025. Quick ratio is the ratio of current assets less inventory to current liabilities. View historical data on K&O Energy Group and its competitors. This is 14% above median its historical median of 3.60. Over the past decade, K&O Energy Group's Quick Ratio has ranged from 2.34 to 4.22. According to the industry distribution chart, K&O Energy Group ranks #27 out of 508 companies in the Utilities - Regulated industry, placing it in the top 5.3%.
Is K&O Energy Group's Quick Ratio too high?
K&O Energy Group's current Quick Ratio of 4.10 is 14% above median its 10-year median of 3.60. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 2.34 to a high of 4.22. The Utilities - Regulated industry median Quick Ratio is 1.01. K&O Energy Group's value of 4.10 is 308% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, K&O Energy Group ranks #27 out of 508 companies in the Utilities - Regulated industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, K&O Energy Group has a GF Score™ of 72/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does K&O Energy Group's Quick Ratio compare to ATO and NI?
According to the Utilities - Regulated industry distribution chart, K&O Energy Group ranks #27 out of 508 companies for Quick Ratio. This places K&O Energy Group in the top 5% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Quick Ratio is 1.01. K&O Energy Group's value of 4.10 is 308% above this benchmark. Historically, K&O Energy Group's own Quick Ratio has ranged from 2.34 to 4.22 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 3.60 vs. the industry median of 1.01, K&O Energy Group 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 an Utilities - Regulated company?
The median Quick Ratio among Utilities - Regulated companies is 1.01, based on 508 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. K&O Energy Group's current Quick Ratio of 4.10 is 308% 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 K&O Energy Group and its competitors. For the Utilities - Regulated industry, the median Quick Ratio is 1.01 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. K&O Energy Group's current Quick Ratio is 4.10, which is 14% above median its own 10-year median of 3.60. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is K&O Energy Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, K&O Energy Group (TSE:1663) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円2,978.49, compared to a current price of 円3,805.00 — trading 27.7% above its estimated fair value. The current Quick Ratio is 4.10, which is 14% above median its 10-year median of 3.60 and 308% above the Utilities - Regulated industry median of 1.01. K&O Energy Group's overall GF Score™ is 72/100 with 2 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 K&O Energy Group (TSE:1663), the current Quick Ratio is 4.10 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 K&O Energy Group (TSE:1663) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, K&O Energy Group stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of 円3,805.00 is trading 27.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of 円2,978.49. GuruFocus considers K&O Energy Group to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:1663:

  • Quick Ratio: 4.10 (14% above median its 10-year median of 3.60)
  • GF Value™: 円2,978.49 vs. price of 円3,805.00 (27.7% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 72/100 with 2 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 308% above the Utilities - Regulated median (#27 of 508)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:1663 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


K&O Energy Group Business Description

Address 2-1-1 Nihonbashi-Muromachi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, JPN, 103-0022
K&O Energy Group Inc through its subsidiaries is engaged in gas business and iodine business in Japan.
72GF Score

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