Autodesk Inc (ADSK)

Debt-to-equity ratio

		Jan 31, 2025	Jan 31, 2024	Jan 31, 2023	Jan 31, 2022	Jan 31, 2021
Long-term debt	US$ in thousands	—	—	—	—	—
Total stockholders’ equity	US$ in thousands	2,621,000	1,855,000	1,145,000	849,100	965,500
Debt-to-equity ratio		0.00	0.00	0.00	0.00	0.00

January 31, 2025 calculation

Debt-to-equity ratio = Long-term debt ÷ Total stockholders’ equity
= $—K ÷ $2,621,000K
= 0.00

The debt-to-equity ratio for Autodesk Inc has consistently been 0.00 for the years spanning from January 31, 2021, to January 31, 2025. This implies that the company has been utilizing more of its equity rather than debt to finance its operations and growth. A debt-to-equity ratio of 0.00 indicates that the company's debt obligations are either minimal or non-existent in relation to its equity, suggesting a strong financial position with lower financial risk. However, it's essential to consider that while a low debt-to-equity ratio is generally favorable, it may also indicate missed opportunities for leveraging debt for potential growth or tax benefits. In Autodesk's case, further qualitative analysis and industry comparisons would be beneficial to gain a more comprehensive understanding of its financial health and capital structure strategy.