Current Ratio
since 2005
Calculation
Baxter International Inc., current ratio, long-term trends, calculation
| Current ratio | = | Current assets1 | ÷ | Current liabilities1 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 31, 2015 | 2.05 | = | 11,796) | ÷ | 5,750) |
| Dec 31, 2014 | 1.71 | = | 10,351) | ÷ | 6,042) |
| Dec 31, 2013 | 1.69 | = | 10,004) | ÷ | 5,906) |
| Dec 31, 2012 | 1.95 | = | 9,260) | ÷ | 4,759) |
| Dec 31, 2011 | 1.78 | = | 8,650) | ÷ | 4,857) |
| Dec 31, 2010 | 1.98 | = | 7,989) | ÷ | 4,041) |
| Dec 31, 2009 | 1.85 | = | 8,271) | ÷ | 4,464) |
| Dec 31, 2008 | 1.97 | = | 7,148) | ÷ | 3,635) |
| Dec 31, 2007 | 1.98 | = | 7,555) | ÷ | 3,812) |
| Dec 31, 2006 | 1.93 | = | 6,970) | ÷ | 3,610) |
| Dec 31, 2005 | 1.23 | = | 5,116) | ÷ | 4,165) |
Based on: 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).
1 US$ in millions
The financial data reveals notable trends in the company's liquidity position over the period from 2005 to 2015.
- Current Assets
- The current assets demonstrated a generally upward trajectory, increasing from $5,116 million in 2005 to $11,796 million in 2015. There were fluctuations within this growth, with a slight decline observed in 2008 and 2010 compared to the previous years, but the overall trend is one of expansion in short-term asset holdings.
- Current Liabilities
- Current liabilities showed moderate variation throughout the period. Starting at $4,165 million in 2005, liabilities decreased until 2006 but then increased, peaking at $6,042 million in 2014 before a minor reduction to $5,750 million in 2015. This pattern suggests some volatility in short-term obligations, with liabilities increasing in many of the later years.
- Current Ratio
- The current ratio, a key liquidity indicator, fluctuated within a range roughly between 1.23 and 2.05. It improved significantly from 1.23 in 2005 to peak at 1.98 in 2007 and again in 2010. There were some decreases post-2010, reaching a low point near 1.69 in 2013 but increasing again to 2.05 by 2015. The movement in this ratio reflects an overall improvement in the company's ability to cover short-term liabilities with current assets over the eleven-year span, albeit with some periodic variability.
In summary, the company experienced growth in current assets and maintained a generally favorable current ratio, indicating steady short-term financial health. Although current liabilities increased over time, the growth in current assets was proportionally higher, supporting improved liquidity levels by 2015.
Comparison to Competitors
Baxter International Inc., current ratio, long-term trends, comparison to competitors
| Baxter International Inc. | Abbott Laboratories | Elevance Health Inc. | Intuitive Surgical Inc. | Medtronic PLC | UnitedHealth Group Inc. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 31, 2015 | 2.05 | 1.54 | 1.62 | 4.46 | 3.36 | 0.74 |
| Dec 31, 2014 | 1.71 | 1.45 | 1.72 | 3.69 | 3.82 | 0.77 |
| Dec 31, 2013 | 1.69 | 2.02 | 1.82 | 5.07 | 4.57 | 0.73 |
| Dec 31, 2012 | 1.95 | 2.36 | 1.78 | 4.71 | 1.62 | 0.78 |
| Dec 31, 2011 | 1.78 | 1.54 | 1.71 | 4.57 | 1.93 | 0.85 |
| Dec 31, 2010 | 1.98 | 1.29 | 1.87 | 4.66 | 1.92 | 0.78 |
| Dec 31, 2009 | 1.85 | 1.79 | 1.91 | 4.18 | 2.37 | 0.82 |
| Dec 31, 2008 | 1.97 | 1.47 | 0.81 | 4.28 | 2.07 | 0.76 |
| Dec 31, 2007 | 1.98 | 1.54 | 0.91 | 4.63 | 3.09 | 0.84 |
| Dec 31, 2006 | 1.93 | 0.94 | 0.77 | 4.64 | 2.36 | 0.87 |
| Dec 31, 2005 | 1.23 | 1.54 | 1.75 | 3.60 | 2.20 | 0.64 |
Based on: 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 (Health Care Equipment & Services)
Baxter International Inc., current ratio, long-term trends, comparison to sector (health care equipment & services)
| Baxter International Inc. | Health Care Equipment & Services | |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 31, 2015 | 2.05 | 1.36 |
| Dec 31, 2014 | 1.71 | 1.43 |
| Dec 31, 2013 | 1.69 | 1.54 |
| Dec 31, 2012 | 1.95 | 1.47 |
| Dec 31, 2011 | 1.78 | 1.36 |
| Dec 31, 2010 | 1.98 | 1.29 |
| Dec 31, 2009 | 1.85 | 1.46 |
| Dec 31, 2008 | 1.97 | 1.04 |
| Dec 31, 2007 | 1.98 | 1.14 |
| Dec 31, 2006 | 1.93 | 0.99 |
| Dec 31, 2005 | 1.23 | 1.31 |
Based on: 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)
Baxter International Inc., current ratio, long-term trends, comparison to industry (health care)
| Baxter International Inc. | Health Care | |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 31, 2015 | 2.05 | 1.70 |
| Dec 31, 2014 | 1.71 | 1.92 |
| Dec 31, 2013 | 1.69 | 1.96 |
| Dec 31, 2012 | 1.95 | 1.84 |
| Dec 31, 2011 | 1.78 | 1.94 |
| Dec 31, 2010 | 1.98 | 1.81 |
| Dec 31, 2009 | 1.85 | 1.78 |
| Dec 31, 2008 | 1.97 | 1.44 |
| Dec 31, 2007 | 1.98 | 1.53 |
| Dec 31, 2006 | 1.93 | 1.39 |
| Dec 31, 2005 | 1.23 | 1.63 |
Based on: 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).