Biomarin Pharmaceutical Inc (BMRN)

Debt-to-capital ratio

Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
Long-term debt US$ in thousands 595,138 593,095 1,083,020 1,079,080 1,075,140
Total stockholders’ equity US$ in thousands 5,657,990 4,951,550 4,603,160 4,265,670 4,100,930
Debt-to-capital ratio 0.10 0.11 0.19 0.20 0.21

December 31, 2024 calculation

Debt-to-capital ratio = Long-term debt ÷ (Long-term debt + Total stockholders’ equity)
= $595,138K ÷ ($595,138K + $5,657,990K)
= 0.10

The debt-to-capital ratio of Biomarin Pharmaceutical Inc has exhibited a declining trend over the past five years. As of December 31, 2020, the ratio stood at 0.21, decreasing slightly to 0.20 by December 31, 2021, and further to 0.19 by December 31, 2022. The most significant drop occurred by December 31, 2023, when the ratio decreased to 0.11, indicating a substantial reduction in the company's reliance on debt financing relative to its total capital. By December 31, 2024, the ratio decreased marginally to 0.10, reflecting a continued trend of improved debt management and greater capital stability within Biomarin Pharmaceutical Inc. This declining trend suggests that the company has been effectively managing its debt levels and enhancing its overall financial health over the specified period.