Calculation
| Current ratio | = | Current assets1 | ÷ | Current liabilities1 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 31, 2025 | 2.29 | = | 13,790) | ÷ | 6,019) |
| Dec 31, 2024 | 2.42 | = | 13,296) | ÷ | 5,496) |
| Dec 31, 2023 | 2.42 | = | 14,065) | ÷ | 5,815) |
| Dec 31, 2022 | 2.46 | = | 15,613) | ÷ | 6,345) |
| Dec 31, 2021 | 2.52 | = | 14,830) | ÷ | 5,892) |
| Dec 31, 2020 | 2.72 | = | 9,303) | ÷ | 3,417) |
| Dec 31, 2019 | 2.47 | = | 7,915) | ÷ | 3,209) |
| Dec 31, 2018 | 3.22 | = | 10,720) | ÷ | 3,329) |
| Dec 31, 2017 | 2.14 | = | 10,779) | ÷ | 5,038) |
| Dec 31, 2016 | 2.45 | = | 10,435) | ÷ | 4,265) |
| Dec 31, 2015 | 1.73 | = | 7,462) | ÷ | 4,307) |
| Dec 31, 2014 | 1.75 | = | 9,045) | ÷ | 5,172) |
| Dec 31, 2013 | 2.09 | = | 9,972) | ÷ | 4,773) |
| Dec 31, 2012 | 3.08 | = | 10,297) | ÷ | 3,343) |
| Dec 31, 2011 | 3.42 | = | 10,047) | ÷ | 2,940) |
| Dec 31, 2010 | 2.62 | = | 9,851) | ÷ | 3,763) |
| Dec 31, 2009 | 2.48 | = | 7,433) | ÷ | 3,002) |
| Dec 31, 2008 | 1.66 | = | 5,233) | ÷ | 3,158) |
| Dec 31, 2007 | 1.53 | = | 5,903) | ÷ | 3,869) |
| Dec 31, 2006 | 2.21 | = | 2,151) | ÷ | 972) |
| Dec 31, 2005 | 1.48 | = | 2,022) | ÷ | 1,369) |
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).
1 US$ in millions
The current ratio exhibited considerable fluctuation between 2005 and 2025. Initially, the ratio demonstrated an increase from 1.48 in 2005 to a peak of 2.48 in 2009. Following this, a period of decline was observed, reaching a low of 1.73 in 2015. Subsequently, the ratio experienced another upward trend, peaking at 3.22 in 2018 before stabilizing in the 2.29 to 2.72 range for the remainder of the analyzed period.
- Initial Period (2005-2009)
- The current ratio increased significantly during this timeframe, indicating improving short-term liquidity. The rise from 1.48 to 2.48 suggests a growing ability to cover short-term obligations with short-term assets. This period coincided with increases in both current assets and current liabilities, but the growth in assets outpaced that of liabilities.
- Period of Decline (2009-2015)
- From 2009 to 2015, the current ratio generally decreased, falling from 2.48 to 1.73. This decline suggests a weakening in the company’s short-term liquidity position. While current assets fluctuated, current liabilities demonstrated a more consistent increase, contributing to the ratio’s downward trend.
- Stabilization and Recent Trends (2015-2025)
- After 2015, the current ratio showed a recovery, reaching 2.45 in 2016 and peaking at 3.22 in 2018. The ratio then stabilized, fluctuating between approximately 2.29 and 2.72 for the last seven years of the period. This suggests a more consistent and manageable short-term liquidity position. Both current assets and current liabilities experienced increases during this period, but the ratio remained relatively stable, indicating a balanced relationship between the two.
Overall, the current ratio demonstrates a cyclical pattern with periods of improvement, decline, and stabilization. The fluctuations suggest the company’s short-term liquidity is sensitive to changes in both its current asset and current liability levels. The recent stabilization indicates a potentially more controlled liquidity management approach.
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Comparison to Industry (Materials)
| Freeport-McMoRan Inc. | Materials | |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 31, 2025 | 2.29 | 1.18 |
| Dec 31, 2024 | 2.42 | 1.18 |
| Dec 31, 2023 | 2.42 | 1.14 |
| Dec 31, 2022 | 2.46 | 1.20 |
| Dec 31, 2021 | 2.52 | 1.19 |
| Dec 31, 2020 | 2.72 | 1.14 |
| Dec 31, 2019 | 2.47 | 1.15 |
| Dec 31, 2018 | 3.22 | 1.57 |
| Dec 31, 2017 | 2.14 | 1.50 |
| Dec 31, 2016 | 2.45 | 1.77 |
| Dec 31, 2015 | 1.73 | 1.53 |
| Dec 31, 2014 | 1.75 | 1.40 |
| Dec 31, 2013 | 2.09 | 1.61 |
| Dec 31, 2012 | 3.08 | 2.11 |
| Dec 31, 2011 | 3.42 | 1.95 |
| Dec 31, 2010 | 2.62 | 1.82 |
| Dec 31, 2009 | 2.48 | 1.84 |
| Dec 31, 2008 | 1.66 | 1.17 |
| Dec 31, 2007 | 1.53 | 1.20 |
| Dec 31, 2006 | 2.21 | 1.39 |
| Dec 31, 2005 | 1.48 | 1.23 |
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).