Ecolab Inc (ECL)

Debt-to-assets ratio

Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
Long-term debt US$ in thousands
Total assets US$ in thousands 22,387,800 21,846,600 21,464,300 21,206,400 18,126,000
Debt-to-assets ratio 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00

December 31, 2024 calculation

Debt-to-assets ratio = Long-term debt ÷ Total assets
= $—K ÷ $22,387,800K
= 0.00

Based on the provided data, Ecolab Inc's debt-to-assets ratio has consistently remained at 0.00 from December 31, 2020, to December 31, 2024. This indicates that the company has not utilized debt to finance its assets during this period. A debt-to-assets ratio of 0.00 suggests that Ecolab Inc's assets are primarily financed by equity rather than debt. This can be viewed positively as it signifies a low financial risk and a strong financial position with minimal debt obligations relative to the company's assets. Investors and creditors may perceive Ecolab Inc as having a stable financial structure and strong solvency due to the low debt-to-assets ratio. However, it is important to consider other financial metrics and factors when assessing the overall financial health and performance of the company.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2024


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Ecolab Inc Debt to Assets