CoreCivic Inc (CXW)

Debt-to-capital ratio

Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020 Dec 31, 2019
Long-term debt US$ in thousands 1,083,480 1,084,860 1,492,050 1,747,660 1,928,020
Total stockholders’ equity US$ in thousands 1,477,570 1,432,410 1,372,470 1,390,170 1,376,750
Debt-to-capital ratio 0.42 0.43 0.52 0.56 0.58

December 31, 2023 calculation

Debt-to-capital ratio = Long-term debt ÷ (Long-term debt + Total stockholders’ equity)
= $1,083,480K ÷ ($1,083,480K + $1,477,570K)
= 0.42

CoreCivic Inc's debt-to-capital ratio has been showing a decreasing trend over the past five years, indicating an improving financial leverage position. The ratio decreased from 0.59 in 2019 to 0.43 in 2023. This suggests that the company has been reducing its reliance on debt financing in relation to its total capital structure. A lower debt-to-capital ratio signifies a lower level of financial risk and potential for greater financial stability. It is essential for investors and creditors to monitor this trend to assess CoreCivic Inc's ability to manage its debt obligations effectively and sustain its operations in the long term.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2023

Company name
Symbol
Debt-to-capital ratio
CoreCivic Inc
CXW
0.42
Community Healthcare Trust Inc
CHCT
0.00
Geo Group Inc
GEO
0.57