Cognex Corporation (CGNX)

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
Total stockholders’ equity US$ in thousands 1,517,500 1,504,750 1,438,390 1,430,090 1,262,200
Debt-to-capital ratio 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00

December 31, 2024 calculation

Debt-to-capital ratio = Long-term debt ÷ (Long-term debt + Total stockholders’ equity)
= $—K ÷ ($—K + $1,517,500K)
= 0.00

The debt-to-capital ratio of Cognex Corporation has consistently been reported as 0.00 from December 31, 2020, to December 31, 2024. This indicates that the company has not utilized any debt as a source of financing during this period, as the ratio is calculated by dividing total debt by total capital (debt plus equity). A debt-to-capital ratio of 0.00 suggests that the company's capital structure is primarily equity financed, which may signify a lower financial risk due to less reliance on borrowed funds. It also implies that the company may have a strong financial position with sufficient equity capital to support its operations and growth without the burden of debt obligations.