AZZ Incorporated (AZZ)

Financial leverage ratio

Feb 28, 2025 Feb 29, 2024 Feb 28, 2023 Feb 28, 2022 Feb 28, 2021
Total assets US$ in thousands 2,227,100 2,195,500 2,221,480 1,133,030 996,442
Total stockholders’ equity US$ in thousands 1,045,500 934,491 853,460 667,365 623,292
Financial leverage ratio 2.13 2.35 2.60 1.70 1.60

February 28, 2025 calculation

Financial leverage ratio = Total assets ÷ Total stockholders’ equity
= $2,227,100K ÷ $1,045,500K
= 2.13

The financial leverage ratio of AZZ Incorporated has been increasing steadily over the past five years. It was at 1.60 on February 28, 2021, and has since risen to 2.13 on February 28, 2025. This indicates that the company's level of debt relative to its equity has been growing over time. The increase in the financial leverage ratio suggests that the company is relying more on debt financing to support its operations and growth. It is important to monitor this trend closely to ensure that the company can effectively manage its debt levels and maintain financial stability.


Peer comparison

Feb 28, 2025

Company name
Symbol
Financial leverage ratio
AZZ Incorporated
AZZ
2.13
Acuity Brands Inc
AYI
1.60