Generac Holdings Inc (GNRC)

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
Long-term debt US$ in thousands 1,434,820 1,370,970 210,000 882,060 782,925 781,950 832,075 833,990 829 813,400 798,875 832,236 881,198 879,000
Total stockholders’ equity US$ in thousands 2,340,250 2,363,910 2,419,280 2,339,160 2,257,380 2,318,530 2,418,880 2,308,130 2,213,770 1,782,070 1,655,900 1,524,730 1,390,290 1,230,190 1,097,730 1,023,640 1,032,380 934,264 865,940 804,420
Debt-to-capital ratio 0.38 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.38 0.00 0.00 0.08 0.28 0.31 0.32 0.35 0.37 0.00 0.43 0.44 0.45 0.49 0.50 0.00

December 31, 2023 calculation

Debt-to-capital ratio = Long-term debt ÷ (Long-term debt + Total stockholders’ equity)
= $1,434,820K ÷ ($1,434,820K + $2,340,250K)
= 0.38

The debt-to-capital ratio of Generac Holdings Inc has been relatively stable over the past eight quarters, fluctuating within a narrow range between 0.32 and 0.41. This indicates that the company has maintained a moderate level of debt relative to its total capital structure during this period.

The ratio peaked at 0.41 in Q1 2023, which may suggest a slightly higher reliance on debt to finance its operations and investments at that time. However, it is noteworthy that the ratio quickly returned to the 0.40 range in the subsequent quarters.

Overall, the consistency in the debt-to-capital ratio implies a balanced approach by Generac Holdings Inc in managing its debt levels in relation to its equity. It is important to continue monitoring this ratio to ensure the company's financial stability and sustainability in the long run.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2023

Company name
Symbol
Debt-to-capital ratio
Generac Holdings Inc
GNRC
0.38
Franklin Electric Co Inc
FELE
0.00
Regal Beloit Corporation
RRX
0.50

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Generac Holdings Inc Debt to Capital (Quarterly Data)