Capri Holdings Ltd (CPRI)

Debt-to-equity ratio

Mar 31, 2024 Mar 31, 2023 Mar 31, 2022 Mar 31, 2021 Mar 31, 2020
Long-term debt US$ in thousands 1,261,000 1,822,000 1,131,000 1,219,000 2,012,000
Total stockholders’ equity US$ in thousands 1,599,000 1,848,000 2,559,000 2,158,000 2,167,000
Debt-to-equity ratio 0.79 0.99 0.44 0.56 0.93

March 31, 2024 calculation

Debt-to-equity ratio = Long-term debt ÷ Total stockholders’ equity
= $1,261,000K ÷ $1,599,000K
= 0.79

The debt-to-equity ratio of Capri Holdings Ltd has fluctuated over the past five years, ranging from 0.44 to 0.99. The ratio indicates the proportion of company financing that comes from debt compared to equity. A higher ratio suggests a higher level of financial leverage, indicating that the company relies more on borrowed funds to finance its operations.

In 2022, the debt-to-equity ratio was relatively low at 0.44, indicating that the company had a lower level of debt compared to equity during that period. This may suggest a more conservative approach to financing.

However, in 2023 and 2024, the ratio increased to 0.99 and 0.79, respectively, indicating a higher reliance on debt to finance operations during these years. This increase could be a result of strategic decisions to take on more debt for growth opportunities or other investment activities.

Overall, the fluctuation in the debt-to-equity ratio of Capri Holdings Ltd over the past five years suggests varying levels of risk and financial leverage in the company's capital structure. Investors and analysts may want to monitor these ratios closely to assess the company's financial health and risk profile.


Peer comparison

Mar 31, 2024

Company name
Symbol
Debt-to-equity ratio
Capri Holdings Ltd
CPRI
0.79
Tapestry Inc
TPR
2.42