Ingredion Incorporated (INGR)

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 3,804,000 3,538,000 3,195,000 3,136,000 2,981,000
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 ÷ $3,804,000K
= 0.00

Based on the provided data, Ingredion Incorporated has consistently maintained a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.00 from December 31, 2020, to December 31, 2024. This indicates that the company has no debt in relation to its equity during these years. A debt-to-equity ratio of 0.00 typically suggests that the company is primarily financed through equity rather than debt, which can be viewed positively as it implies lower financial risk and a stronger financial position. It also signifies that the company may have a conservative capital structure and may not be highly leveraged. Overall, a consistent debt-to-equity ratio of 0.00 reflects stability in the company's financing structure and a strong balance sheet, potentially indicating a prudent financial management approach.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2024

Company name
Symbol
Debt-to-equity ratio
Ingredion Incorporated
INGR
0.00
General Mills Inc
GIS
0.00
Kellanova
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0.00
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POST
1.67
WK Kellogg Co
KLG
1.45