Exponent Inc (EXPO)
Debt-to-capital ratio
| Dec 31, 2023 | Sep 30, 2023 | Jun 30, 2023 | Mar 31, 2023 | Dec 31, 2022 | Sep 30, 2022 | Jun 30, 2022 | Mar 31, 2022 | Dec 31, 2021 | Sep 30, 2021 | Jun 30, 2021 | Mar 31, 2021 | Dec 31, 2020 | Sep 30, 2020 | Jun 30, 2020 | Mar 31, 2020 | Dec 31, 2019 | Sep 30, 2019 | Jun 30, 2019 | Mar 31, 2019 | ||
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| Long-term debt | US$ in thousands | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Total stockholders’ equity | US$ in thousands | 356,085 | 353,635 | 357,079 | 341,856 | 320,752 | 319,800 | 337,494 | 386,564 | 417,065 | 404,989 | 387,767 | 377,608 | 361,498 | 343,197 | 332,567 | 323,497 | 350,251 | 357,279 | 343,852 | 329,177 |
| Debt-to-capital ratio | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
December 31, 2023 calculation
Debt-to-capital ratio = Long-term debt ÷ (Long-term debt + Total stockholders’ equity)
= $—K ÷ ($—K + $356,085K)
= 0.00
The debt-to-capital ratio for Exponent Inc has consistently been reported as 0.00 across multiple periods up to Dec 31, 2023. This indicates that the company has not utilized any debt financing in its capital structure, relying solely on equity to fund its operations and investments. A debt-to-capital ratio of 0.00% suggests that the company has a conservative financial strategy, as it indicates a low level of financial risk and leverage. This may be viewed positively by investors and creditors as it signifies a lower probability of default and financial distress. However, it's worth noting that a complete absence of debt in the capital structure may also limit the company's ability to benefit from the tax advantages and financial flexibility that debt can provide.
Peer comparison
Dec 31, 2023