Group 1 Automotive Inc (GPI)

Debt-to-equity ratio

Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
Long-term debt US$ in thousands
Total stockholders’ equity US$ in thousands 2,974,300 2,674,400 2,237,500 1,825,400 1,449,700
Debt-to-equity ratio 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00

December 31, 2024 calculation

Debt-to-equity ratio = Long-term debt ÷ Total stockholders’ equity
= $—K ÷ $2,974,300K
= 0.00

Based on the data provided, Group 1 Automotive Inc has consistently maintained a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.00 from December 31, 2020, to December 31, 2024. A debt-to-equity ratio of 0.00 indicates that the company has no debt on its balance sheet relative to its equity. This may suggest that the company is financing its operations primarily through equity, which could be viewed positively by investors and creditors as it signifies a lower risk of financial distress due to the absence of debt obligations. However, it is also important to consider that a low debt-to-equity ratio may limit the company's ability to leverage additional funds for potential growth opportunities.