Charter Communications Inc (CHTR)
Financial leverage ratio
| Dec 31, 2024 | Dec 31, 2023 | Dec 31, 2022 | Dec 31, 2021 | Dec 31, 2020 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total assets | US$ in thousands | 150,020,000 | 147,193,000 | 144,523,000 | 142,491,000 | 144,206,000 |
| Total stockholders’ equity | US$ in thousands | 15,587,000 | 11,086,000 | 9,119,000 | 14,050,000 | 23,805,000 |
| Financial leverage ratio | 9.62 | 13.28 | 15.85 | 10.14 | 6.06 |
December 31, 2024 calculation
Financial leverage ratio = Total assets ÷ Total stockholders’ equity
= $150,020,000K ÷ $15,587,000K
= 9.62
The financial leverage ratio of Charter Communications Inc has shown a notable increase over the years, from 6.06 in December 2020 to 10.14 in December 2021, 15.85 in December 2022, 13.28 in December 2023, and a decrease to 9.62 in December 2024. This signifies that the company has been relying more on debt financing to support its operations and investments. The significant fluctuations in the ratio indicate a changing capital structure and potential risks associated with higher levels of debt. Management should closely monitor and manage the company's debt levels to ensure financial stability and sustainability in the long term.
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Dec 31, 2024