Applied Materials Inc (AMAT)

Debt-to-equity ratio

		Jan 31, 2025	Oct 31, 2024	Oct 27, 2024	Jul 31, 2024	Jul 28, 2024	Apr 30, 2024	Apr 28, 2024	Jan 31, 2024	Jan 28, 2024	Oct 31, 2023	Oct 29, 2023	Jul 31, 2023	Jul 30, 2023	Apr 30, 2023	Jan 31, 2023	Jan 29, 2023	Oct 31, 2022	Oct 30, 2022	Jul 31, 2022	May 1, 2022
Long-term debt	US$ in thousands	—	—	5,460,000	—	6,158,000	—	5,463,000	—	5,462,000	—	5,461,000	—	5,460,000	—	—	5,458,000	—	5,457,000	—	5,455,000
Total stockholders’ equity	US$ in thousands	18,625,000	19,001,000	19,001,000	18,840,000	18,840,000	18,199,000	18,199,000	17,429,000	17,429,000	16,349,000	16,349,000	15,093,000	15,093,000	14,129,000	13,420,000	13,420,000	12,194,000	12,194,000	12,070,000	11,579,000
Debt-to-equity ratio		0.00	0.00	0.29	0.00	0.33	0.00	0.30	0.00	0.31	0.00	0.33	0.00	0.36	0.00	0.00	0.41	0.00	0.45	0.00	0.47

January 31, 2025 calculation

Debt-to-equity ratio = Long-term debt ÷ Total stockholders’ equity
= $—K ÷ $18,625,000K
= 0.00

The debt-to-equity ratio of Applied Materials Inc has shown fluctuations over the periods indicated in the data provided. As of May 1, 2022, it stood at 0.47, indicating that the company had more debt relative to its equity. However, in July 31, 2022, and several subsequent periods, the ratio dropped to 0.00, suggesting that the company had either reduced its debt, increased its equity, or a combination of both.

From October 27, 2024, the debt-to-equity ratio decreased to 0.29, indicating a favorable financial position compared to the earlier periods analyzed. A 0.00 ratio, as seen in some months, could signify that the company had no debt or a negligible amount in relation to its equity.

Overall, the trend in the debt-to-equity ratio of Applied Materials Inc appears to show a positive shift towards a lower ratio, which indicates a potentially stronger financial position and reduced financial risk. It is essential for investors and stakeholders to monitor this ratio over time to assess the company's financial leverage and risk management strategies.