Golden Entertainment Inc (GDEN)

Financial leverage ratio

Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
Total assets US$ in thousands 1,079,910 1,452,280 1,508,670 1,615,560 1,570,950
Total stockholders’ equity US$ in thousands 474,227 537,733 352,920 319,541 161,262
Financial leverage ratio 2.28 2.70 4.27 5.06 9.74

December 31, 2024 calculation

Financial leverage ratio = Total assets ÷ Total stockholders’ equity
= $1,079,910K ÷ $474,227K
= 2.28

Golden Entertainment Inc's financial leverage ratio has shown a consistent decline over the past five years, reflecting an improving financial position in terms of leverage. The ratio decreased from 9.74 in December 2020 to 2.28 in December 2024, signifying a significant reduction in the company's reliance on debt to finance its operations. This trend indicates that the company has been able to lower its debt levels relative to its equity, which is generally viewed positively by investors and creditors as it suggests improved financial stability and lower risk. The decreasing trend in the financial leverage ratio suggests that Golden Entertainment Inc has been effectively managing its debt obligations and strengthening its balance sheet over the years.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2024

Company name
Symbol
Financial leverage ratio
Golden Entertainment Inc
GDEN
2.28
Madison Square Garden Sports Corp
MSGS
Vail Resorts Inc
MTN
7.88
Walt Disney Company
DIS
1.95