CoreCivic Inc (CXW)

Financial leverage ratio

Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
Total assets US$ in thousands 2,931,890 3,105,400 3,244,770 3,498,940 3,709,320
Total stockholders’ equity US$ in thousands 1,493,350 1,477,570 1,432,410 1,372,470 1,390,170
Financial leverage ratio 1.96 2.10 2.27 2.55 2.67

December 31, 2024 calculation

Financial leverage ratio = Total assets ÷ Total stockholders’ equity
= $2,931,890K ÷ $1,493,350K
= 1.96

CoreCivic Inc's financial leverage ratio has been consistently declining over the years, indicating a decreasing reliance on debt to finance its operations and investments. The ratio peaked at 2.67 on December 31, 2020, and has since steadily decreased to 1.96 by December 31, 2024. This trend suggests that the company may be becoming more financially stable and less exposed to risks associated with high levels of debt. Lower financial leverage ratios are generally viewed favorably by investors and creditors as they indicate a stronger financial position and ability to meet financial obligations. Overall, the declining trend in CoreCivic Inc's financial leverage ratio is a positive signal of the company's improving financial health and risk management.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2024

Company name
Symbol
Financial leverage ratio
CoreCivic Inc
CXW
1.96
Geo Group Inc
GEO
2.72