Stock Analysis on Net

Booking Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ:BKNG)

$24.99

Current Ratio
since 2005

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Calculation

Booking Holdings Inc., current ratio, long-term trends, calculation

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Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2025-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2024-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-12-31).

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The current ratio exhibits considerable fluctuation over the observed period, spanning from 2005 to 2025. Initially, the ratio demonstrates a strong upward trend, peaking at 5.00 in 2006, before experiencing a significant decline.

Initial Period (2005-2007)
From 2005 to 2007, the current ratio initially increased substantially, indicating a growing ability to cover short-term liabilities with short-term assets. However, a sharp decrease is observed in 2007, falling to 0.88, suggesting a potential liquidity concern at that time. This decline is attributable to a much faster growth in current liabilities than current assets.
Recovery and Volatility (2008-2013)
The ratio recovered somewhat in 2008 and 2009, reaching 2.50 in 2009. Subsequent years show continued volatility, with the ratio peaking again at 5.41 in 2013. This period suggests periods of improved liquidity interspersed with fluctuations likely related to business cycles and operational changes.
Recent Trends (2014-2025)
From 2014 onwards, the current ratio generally trended downwards, reaching a low of 1.28 in 2022. A slight increase is observed in the final two years of the period, reaching 1.33 in 2025. The values from 2014 to 2025 indicate a consistent, though moderate, decline in the company’s ability to meet its short-term obligations with its short-term assets. The most recent values suggest a stabilization, but remain relatively low compared to the earlier period.
Overall Assessment
The observed pattern suggests that the company’s short-term liquidity position has become more constrained over time. While periods of strong liquidity were present, the overall trend indicates a decreasing margin of safety in covering current liabilities. The fluctuations highlight the importance of monitoring both current asset and current liability levels closely.

Comparison to Competitors

Booking Holdings Inc., current ratio, long-term trends, comparison to competitors

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Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2025-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2024-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-12-31).


Comparison to Sector (Consumer Services)


Comparison to Industry (Consumer Discretionary)

Booking Holdings Inc., current ratio, long-term trends, comparison to industry (consumer discretionary)

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Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2025-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2024-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-12-31).