United Parcel Service Inc - Asset Resilience Ratio
United Parcel Service Inc (UPS) has an Asset Resilience Ratio of 8.05% as of December 2025. 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 strategic asset allocation of United Parcel Service Inc to assess the company's strategic physical and investment asset allocation.
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Asset Resilience Ratio Trend (1998–2025)
This chart shows how United Parcel Service Inc's Asset Resilience Ratio has changed over time. See how leveraged is United Parcel Service Inc's balance sheet to measure how much of total assets are equity-financed.
Liquid Assets Composition Over Time
This chart breaks down United Parcel Service 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 UPS market cap.
Current Liquid Assets Breakdown
| Component | Amount | % of Total Assets |
|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | $5.89 Billion | 8.05% |
| Short-term Investments | $0.00 | 0% |
| Total Liquid Assets | $5.89 Billion | 8.05% |
Asset Resilience Insights
- Limited Liquidity: United Parcel Service Inc maintains only 8.05% of assets in liquid form.
- This low level may indicate efficient asset utilization but could pose risks during economic downturns.
- The company primarily holds liquidity in cash and equivalents rather than short-term investments.
United Parcel Service Inc Industry Peers by Asset Resilience Ratio
Compare United Parcel Service Inc's asset resilience ratio with other companies in the same industry.
| Company | Industry | Asset Resilience Ratio |
|---|---|---|
|
ZTO Express (Cayman) Inc
F:ZTOA |
Integrated Freight & Logistics | 17.56% |
|
INPOST S.A UNSP.ADR/1/2
F:6690 |
Integrated Freight & Logistics | 0.00% |
|
Antong Holdings Co Ltd
SHG:600179 |
Integrated Freight & Logistics | 20.86% |
|
Dalrymple Bay Infrastructure Ltd
AU:DBI |
Integrated Freight & Logistics | 2.63% |
|
ID Logistics Group SA
PA:IDL |
Integrated Freight & Logistics | 1.19% |
|
Stef SA
PA:STF |
Integrated Freight & Logistics | 7.92% |
|
CJ Korea Express
KO:000120 |
Integrated Freight & Logistics | 1.95% |
|
Jiangsu Feiliks Intl Logistics
SHE:300240 |
Integrated Freight & Logistics | 0.02% |
Annual Asset Resilience Ratio for United Parcel Service Inc (1998–2025)
The table below shows the annual Asset Resilience Ratio data for United Parcel Service Inc.
| Year | Asset Resilience Ratio (%) | Liquid Assets | Total Assets | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 8.05% | $5.89 Billion | $73.09 Billion | -0.96pp |
| 2024-12-31 | 9.02% | $6.32 Billion | $70.07 Billion | +0.45pp |
| 2023-12-31 | 8.57% | $6.07 Billion | $70.86 Billion | -2.11pp |
| 2022-12-31 | 10.68% | $7.59 Billion | $71.12 Billion | -4.58pp |
| 2021-12-31 | 15.26% | $10.59 Billion | $69.41 Billion | +5.14pp |
| 2020-12-31 | 10.12% | $6.32 Billion | $62.41 Billion | +0.20pp |
| 2019-12-31 | 9.92% | $5.74 Billion | $57.86 Billion | -0.23pp |
| 2018-12-31 | 10.15% | $5.04 Billion | $49.59 Billion | +1.19pp |
| 2017-12-31 | 8.96% | $4.07 Billion | $45.40 Billion | -2.34pp |
| 2016-12-31 | 11.30% | $4.57 Billion | $40.40 Billion | +6.09pp |
| 2015-12-31 | 5.21% | $2.00 Billion | $38.31 Billion | +2.41pp |
| 2014-12-31 | 2.80% | $992.00 Million | $35.44 Billion | +1.20pp |
| 2013-12-31 | 1.60% | $580.00 Million | $36.21 Billion | +0.07pp |
| 2012-12-31 | 1.54% | $597.00 Million | $38.86 Billion | -2.04pp |
| 2011-12-31 | 3.58% | $1.24 Billion | $34.70 Billion | +1.46pp |
| 2010-12-31 | 2.12% | $711.00 Million | $33.60 Billion | +0.37pp |
| 2009-12-31 | 1.75% | $558.00 Million | $31.88 Billion | +0.05pp |
| 2008-12-31 | 1.70% | $542.00 Million | $31.88 Billion | +0.22pp |
| 2007-12-31 | 1.48% | $577.00 Million | $39.04 Billion | -2.10pp |
| 2006-12-31 | 3.58% | $1.19 Billion | $33.21 Billion | -1.20pp |
| 2005-12-31 | 4.78% | $1.67 Billion | $34.95 Billion | -8.71pp |
| 2004-12-31 | 13.50% | $4.46 Billion | $33.03 Billion | +10.13pp |
| 2003-12-31 | 3.37% | $1.00 Billion | $29.73 Billion | +0.32pp |
| 2002-12-31 | 3.05% | $803.00 Million | $26.36 Billion | -0.03pp |
| 2001-12-31 | 3.08% | $758.00 Million | $24.64 Billion | -1.88pp |
| 2000-12-31 | 4.95% | $1.07 Billion | $21.66 Billion | -4.05pp |
| 1999-12-31 | 9.01% | $2.07 Billion | $23.03 Billion | +6.73pp |
| 1998-12-31 | 2.28% | $389.00 Million | $17.07 Billion | -- |
About United Parcel Service Inc
United Parcel Service, Inc., a package delivery and logistics provider, offers transportation and delivery services. It operates through two segments, U.S. Domestic Package and International Package. The U.S. Domestic Package segment offers time-definite delivery services for express letters, documents, packages and palletized freight through air and ground services in the United States. The Inte… Read more