Carter’s Inc (CRI)

Financial leverage ratio

Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
Total assets US$ in thousands 2,433,170 2,378,610 2,439,720 3,188,000 3,392,580
Total stockholders’ equity US$ in thousands 854,562 845,250 796,409 950,186 938,033
Financial leverage ratio 2.85 2.81 3.06 3.36 3.62

December 31, 2024 calculation

Financial leverage ratio = Total assets ÷ Total stockholders’ equity
= $2,433,170K ÷ $854,562K
= 2.85

The financial leverage ratio of Carter’s Inc has shown a declining trend over the past five years, decreasing from 3.62 in December 2020 to 2.85 in December 2024. This indicates that the company has been reducing its reliance on debt to finance its operations and investments. Lower financial leverage ratios suggest a lower level of financial risk and greater financial stability for the company. Overall, Carter’s Inc has effectively managed its debt levels, leading to a stronger financial position over the years.