Alphabet Inc Class A (GOOGL)

Financial leverage ratio

Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020 Dec 31, 2019
Total assets US$ in thousands 402,392,000 365,264,000 359,268,000 319,616,000 275,909,000
Total stockholders’ equity US$ in thousands 283,379,000 256,144,000 251,635,000 222,544,000 201,442,000
Financial leverage ratio 1.42 1.43 1.43 1.44 1.37

December 31, 2023 calculation

Financial leverage ratio = Total assets ÷ Total stockholders’ equity
= $402,392,000K ÷ $283,379,000K
= 1.42

The financial leverage ratio of Alphabet Inc has been relatively stable over the past five years, ranging from 1.37 to 1.44. This indicates that the company has maintained a consistent level of leverage in its capital structure. A financial leverage ratio above 1 suggests that the company relies more on debt financing than equity, which can amplify returns but also increase financial risk. While the slight fluctuations in the ratio do not show a significant trend, it is essential for investors and stakeholders to monitor the company's leverage ratio to ensure sustainable financial health and risk management.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2023