Insteel Industries Inc (IIIN)

Debt-to-assets ratio

Sep 30, 2024 Sep 30, 2023 Sep 30, 2022 Sep 30, 2021 Sep 30, 2020
Long-term debt US$ in thousands
Total assets US$ in thousands 422,552 447,513 471,745 390,710 337,902
Debt-to-assets ratio 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00

September 30, 2024 calculation

Debt-to-assets ratio = Long-term debt ÷ Total assets
= $—K ÷ $422,552K
= 0.00

The debt-to-assets ratio for Insteel Industries Inc has been consistently reported as 0.00 for the years ending on September 30, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024. This indicates that the company has not had any financial leverage in its capital structure during these years. A debt-to-assets ratio of 0.00 means that the company has not used any debt financing to fund its assets, suggesting a robust financial position with a low risk of default. While a lower debt-to-assets ratio is generally favorable as it implies lower financial risk, it can also signify missed opportunities for tax benefits or potential growth that debt financing could provide. Insteel Industries Inc's consistent 0.00 debt-to-assets ratio over the years may reflect a conservative financial strategy focused on maintaining a strong balance sheet and minimizing financial risks associated with debt.


Peer comparison

Sep 30, 2024

Company name
Symbol
Debt-to-assets ratio
Insteel Industries Inc
IIIN
0.00
Gibraltar Industries Inc
ROCK
0.00
Worthington Industries Inc
WOR
0.19
Worthington Steel Inc
WS
0.00