Stock Analysis on Net

TJX Cos. Inc. (NYSE:TJX)

$24.99

Current Ratio
since 2005

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TJX Cos. Inc., current ratio, long-term trends, calculation

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Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2026-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2025-02-01), 10-K (reporting date: 2024-02-03), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-01-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-01-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-01-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-02-01), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-02-02), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-02-03), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-01-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-01-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-02-01), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-02-02), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-01-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-01-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-01-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-01-26), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-01-27), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-01-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-01-29).

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The current ratio exhibited fluctuations over the analyzed period, spanning from 2005 to 2026. Initially, the ratio demonstrated an increasing trend, followed by periods of relative stability and subsequent decline.

Initial Increasing Trend (2005-2007)
From 2005 to 2007, the current ratio increased from 1.32 to 1.57. This indicates a strengthening of the company’s ability to cover its short-term liabilities with its short-term assets during this period. The increase suggests improved liquidity and a reduced risk of short-term solvency issues.
Period of Fluctuations (2008-2016)
Between 2008 and 2016, the current ratio experienced more variability, oscillating between 1.31 and 1.72. While generally remaining above 1.5, the ratio did dip to 1.31 in 2009, potentially reflecting the impact of economic conditions. Overall, this period suggests a relatively stable, though not consistently improving, liquidity position.
Recent Decline (2017-2026)
From 2017 onwards, a noticeable downward trend in the current ratio is observed. The ratio decreased from 1.66 in 2017 to 1.14 in 2026. This decline suggests a weakening in the company’s short-term liquidity position. The ratio fell below 1.3 in 2019 and remained below that level through 2026, indicating a potentially increasing risk related to meeting short-term obligations. The most significant drop occurred between 2019 and 2020, falling from 1.53 to 1.24.
Magnitude of Change
The largest single-year increase in the current ratio occurred between 2008 and 2009, rising from 1.45 to 1.66. Conversely, the largest single-year decrease occurred between 2019 and 2020, falling from 1.53 to 1.24. These represent the most substantial shifts in the company’s short-term liquidity position during the analyzed timeframe.

In summary, the company’s current ratio demonstrated a period of initial improvement, followed by fluctuating stability, and ultimately a decline in recent years. The recent downward trend warrants further investigation to understand the underlying causes and potential implications for the company’s financial health.


Comparison to Competitors


Comparison to Sector (Consumer Discretionary Distribution & Retail)

TJX Cos. Inc., current ratio, long-term trends, comparison to sector (consumer discretionary distribution & retail)

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Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2026-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2025-02-01), 10-K (reporting date: 2024-02-03), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-01-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-01-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-01-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-02-01), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-02-02), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-02-03), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-01-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-01-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-02-01), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-02-02), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-01-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-01-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-01-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-01-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-01-26), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-01-27), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-01-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-01-29).


Comparison to Industry (Consumer Discretionary)