Mercer International Inc - Asset Resilience Ratio

Latest as of September 2022: 2.95%

Mercer International Inc (MERC) has an Asset Resilience Ratio of 2.95% as of September 2022. 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.

Liquid Assets

$75.00 Million
Cash + Short-term Investments

Total Assets

$2.54 Billion
All company assets

Resilience Assessment

Low
Financial Resilience Level

Asset Resilience Ratio Trend (1999–2020)

This chart shows how Mercer International Inc's Asset Resilience Ratio has changed over time. Check strategic asset allocation of Mercer International Inc to assess the company's strategic physical and investment asset allocation.

Liquid Assets Composition Over Time

This chart breaks down Mercer International Inc'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 how much is Mercer International Inc worth.

Current Liquid Assets Breakdown

Component Amount % of Total Assets
Cash & Equivalents $0.00 0%
Short-term Investments $75.00 Million 2.95%
Total Liquid Assets $75.00 Million 2.95%

Asset Resilience Insights

  • Limited Liquidity: Mercer International Inc maintains only 2.95% 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.

Mercer International Inc Industry Peers by Asset Resilience Ratio

Compare Mercer International Inc's asset resilience ratio with other companies in the same industry.

Company Industry Asset Resilience Ratio
Yibin Paper Industry Co Ltd
SHG:600793
Paper & Paper Products 0.62%
Shindaeyang Pa
KO:016590
Paper & Paper Products 7.03%
Hansol Holdings Co Ltd
KO:004150
Paper & Paper Products 6.85%
Baolong International Co Ltd
TW:1906
Paper & Paper Products -12.81%
Celulosa Argentina SA
BA:CELU
Paper & Paper Products 0.13%
Suzano S.A.
SA:SUZB3
Paper & Paper Products 6.14%
Klabin S.A.
SA:KLBN11
Paper & Paper Products 1.27%
Klabin S.A
SA:KLBN3
Paper & Paper Products 1.27%

Annual Asset Resilience Ratio for Mercer International Inc (1999–2020)

The table below shows the annual Asset Resilience Ratio data for Mercer International Inc.

Year Asset Resilience Ratio (%) Liquid Assets Total Assets Change
2020-12-31 2.18% $46.43 Million $2.13 Billion -16.22pp
2017-12-31 18.41% $317.44 Million $1.72 Billion +18.03pp
2016-12-31 0.37% $4.33 Million $1.16 Billion -0.41pp
2015-12-31 0.78% $9.23 Million $1.18 Billion +0.01pp
2014-12-31 0.78% $10.29 Million $1.33 Billion -0.23pp
2011-12-31 1.00% $15.83 Million $1.58 Billion -0.13pp
2008-12-31 1.13% $18.09 Million $1.60 Billion +0.62pp
2005-12-31 0.51% $8.34 Million $1.65 Billion -3.10pp
2004-12-31 3.61% $61.32 Million $1.70 Billion +3.60pp
2003-12-31 0.00% $7.00K $1.18 Billion -0.05pp
2002-12-31 0.05% $322.00K $629.92 Million -1.01pp
2001-12-31 1.06% $4.05 Million $382.64 Million -0.26pp
2000-12-31 1.32% $5.32 Million $403.66 Million +0.14pp
1999-12-31 1.18% $5.39 Million $455.85 Million --
pp = percentage points

About Mercer International Inc

NASDAQ:MERC USA Paper & Paper Products
Market Cap
$42.20 Million
Market Cap Rank
#22472 Global
#4901 in USA
Share Price
$0.63
Change (1 day)
+6.76%
52-Week Range
$0.55 - $3.33
All Time High
$16.04
About

Mercer International Inc., together with its subsidiaries, manufactures and sells northern bleached softwood kraft (NBSK) and northern bleached hardwood kraft (NBHK) pulp in the United States, Germany, China, and internationally. It operates through two segments, Pulp and Solid Wood. The company manufactures, sells, and distributes pulp, electricity, and chemicals through pulp mills. It also manu… Read more