Ascent Resources plc - Asset Resilience Ratio
Ascent Resources plc (AST) has an Asset Resilience Ratio of 0.23% as of December 2009. The Asset Resilience Ratio measures the percentage of a company's total assets that are held in liquid form (cash and short-term investments). This metric indicates how well-positioned the company is to handle unexpected financial challenges, economic downturns, or strategic opportunities without requiring external financing. Check asset allocation strategy of Ascent Resources plc to assess the company's strategic physical and investment asset allocation.
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Total Assets
Resilience Assessment
Asset Resilience Ratio Trend (2005–2009)
This chart shows how Ascent Resources plc's Asset Resilience Ratio has changed over time. See AST net asset quality score to measure how much of total assets are equity-financed.
Liquid Assets Composition Over Time
This chart breaks down Ascent Resources plc's liquid assets into cash & equivalents and short-term investments, showing how the composition has evolved over time. For market capitalisation and broader financial context, see AST stock market capitalisation.
Current Liquid Assets Breakdown
| Component | Amount | % of Total Assets |
|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | GBX0.00 | 0% |
| Short-term Investments | GBX46.00K | 0.23% |
| Total Liquid Assets | GBX46.00K | 0.23% |
Asset Resilience Insights
- Limited Liquidity: Ascent Resources plc maintains only 0.23% of assets in liquid form.
- This low level may indicate efficient asset utilization but could pose risks during economic downturns.
- The company has significant short-term investments, indicating active treasury management.
Ascent Resources plc Industry Peers by Asset Resilience Ratio
Compare Ascent Resources plc's asset resilience ratio with other companies in the same industry.
| Company | Industry | Asset Resilience Ratio |
|---|---|---|
|
Aker BP ASA
OL:AKRBP |
Oil & Gas E&P | 7.04% |
|
SM Energy Co
NYSE:SM |
Oil & Gas E&P | 3.98% |
|
Peyto Exploration&Development Corp
TO:PEY |
Oil & Gas E&P | 1.27% |
|
BKV Corporation
NYSE:BKV |
Oil & Gas E&P | 2.87% |
|
International Petroleum Corp
TO:IPCO |
Oil & Gas E&P | 1.08% |
|
Spartan Delta Corp
TO:SDE |
Oil & Gas E&P | 0.03% |
|
Kosmos Energy Ltd
NYSE:KOS |
Oil & Gas E&P | 1.95% |
|
Africa Oil Corp
TO:AOI |
Oil & Gas E&P | 19.29% |
Annual Asset Resilience Ratio for Ascent Resources plc (2005–2009)
The table below shows the annual Asset Resilience Ratio data for Ascent Resources plc.
| Year | Asset Resilience Ratio (%) | Liquid Assets | Total Assets | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009-12-31 | 4.67% | GBX934.00K ≈ $113.64 |
GBX20.01 Million ≈ $2.43K |
-0.76pp |
| 2008-12-31 | 5.42% | GBX1.10 Million ≈ $133.84 |
GBX20.28 Million ≈ $2.47K |
+2.32pp |
| 2007-12-31 | 3.10% | GBX500.00K ≈ $60.84 |
GBX16.13 Million ≈ $1.96K |
+2.59pp |
| 2006-12-31 | 0.51% | GBX50.00K ≈ $6.08 |
GBX9.77 Million ≈ $1.19K |
-19.72pp |
| 2005-06-30 | 20.23% | GBX988.00K ≈ $120.21 |
GBX4.88 Million ≈ $594.13 |
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About Ascent Resources plc
Ascent Resources Plc engages in the onshore oil and gas and helium production and development operations in the United States and Slovenia. The company was incorporated in 2004 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.