Guess? Inc. (GES)
Debt-to-equity ratio
| Jan 31, 2025 | Oct 31, 2024 | Jul 31, 2024 | Apr 30, 2024 | Feb 3, 2024 | Jan 31, 2024 | Oct 31, 2023 | Oct 28, 2023 | Jul 31, 2023 | Jul 29, 2023 | Apr 30, 2023 | Apr 29, 2023 | Jan 31, 2023 | Jan 28, 2023 | Oct 31, 2022 | Oct 29, 2022 | Jul 31, 2022 | Jul 30, 2022 | Apr 30, 2022 | Jan 31, 2022 | ||
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| Long-term debt | US$ in thousands | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Total stockholders’ equity | US$ in thousands | 1,563,730 | 450,729 | 491,210 | 565,473 | 684,940 | 684,940 | 514,060 | 514,060 | 488,897 | 488,897 | 452,000 | 452,000 | 534,113 | 534,113 | 418,828 | 418,828 | 410,843 | 410,843 | 403,063 | 622,658 |
| Debt-to-equity 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 |
January 31, 2025 calculation
Debt-to-equity ratio = Long-term debt ÷ Total stockholders’ equity
= $—K ÷ $1,563,730K
= 0.00
Based on the provided data, Guess? Inc. has consistently maintained a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.00 over multiple time periods from January 31, 2022, to January 31, 2025.
A debt-to-equity ratio of 0.00 indicates that the company has no debt relative to its equity during those periods. This can be a positive sign for investors and creditors, as it suggests that Guess? Inc. is financing its operations primarily through equity rather than debt.
Having a low or zero debt-to-equity ratio can signify financial stability and a lower risk of financial distress due to lower debt obligations. It also implies that the company may have a strong equity base, which can provide a cushion in times of economic uncertainty or business challenges.
However, it's important to note that a zero debt-to-equity ratio may also suggest that the company might not be taking advantage of debt financing for potential growth opportunities or tax benefits associated with debt.
Overall, maintaining a consistently low debt-to-equity ratio like Guess? Inc. has shown can indicate a prudent financial management strategy. Investors and stakeholders may view this ratio positively as it reflects a relatively low level of financial risk and a strong capital structure.