Stock Analysis on Net

Gilead Sciences Inc. (NASDAQ:GILD)

$24.99

Current Ratio
since 2005

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Calculation

Gilead Sciences 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 for the analyzed period demonstrates considerable fluctuation. Initially, the ratio is high, then declines, followed by periods of increase and subsequent decline again. A general observation is that the ratio has exhibited more volatility in the latter half of the period than in the earlier years.

Initial Period (2005-2009)
From 2005 to 2009, the current ratio experienced a decreasing trend, moving from 6.79 to 2.57. While remaining above 2.0, this indicates a diminishing ability to cover short-term liabilities with short-term assets. The most significant decline occurred between 2005 and 2006.
Volatility and Recovery (2010-2015)
The period between 2010 and 2015 shows increased variability. The ratio initially decreased to a low of 2.22 in 2011, then increased substantially to 2.50 in 2012, before declining again. A peak of 3.07 was observed in 2013, followed by a decrease to 2.50 in 2015. This suggests periods of improved liquidity interspersed with periods of potential concern.
Recent Trends (2016-2025)
From 2016 to 2025, the current ratio continued to fluctuate. It peaked at 3.38 in 2018, then decreased to 3.10 in 2019. A more pronounced decline occurred in 2020, falling to 1.40, and remained relatively low, fluctuating between 1.27 and 1.60 for the subsequent five years. The most recent value, as of 2025, is 1.55, indicating a continued, though slight, improvement from the 2020 low. This recent period suggests a consistent, but modest, level of liquidity.

Overall, the current ratio has demonstrated a pattern of cyclical changes. While periods of strong liquidity were observed, particularly in the earlier years and around 2018, the more recent trend indicates a lower, and more volatile, level of short-term asset coverage of short-term liabilities. The decline in the ratio from 2019 onwards warrants further investigation into the underlying components of current assets and current liabilities.


Comparison to Competitors

Gilead Sciences 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 (Pharmaceuticals, Biotechnology & Life Sciences)

Gilead Sciences Inc., current ratio, long-term trends, comparison to sector (pharmaceuticals, biotechnology & life sciences)

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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 Industry (Health Care)