Iridium Communications Inc (IRDM)

Debt-to-capital ratio

Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
Long-term debt US$ in thousands 1,467,490 1,494,300 1,622,100 1,647,900
Total stockholders’ equity US$ in thousands 576,637 888,099 1,128,560 1,287,950 1,419,440
Debt-to-capital ratio 0.00 0.62 0.57 0.56 0.54

December 31, 2024 calculation

Debt-to-capital ratio = Long-term debt ÷ (Long-term debt + Total stockholders’ equity)
= $—K ÷ ($—K + $576,637K)
= 0.00

The debt-to-capital ratio for Iridium Communications Inc has shown a slight increasing trend from 0.54 as of December 31, 2020, to 0.62 as of December 31, 2023. This indicates that the company's reliance on debt financing has been gradually increasing relative to its total capital over the years. Notably, as of December 31, 2024, the debt-to-capital ratio dropped to 0.00, which may suggest a significant shift in the company's capital structure, possibly due to debt repayment or other strategic financial decisions.

Overall, the trend in the debt-to-capital ratio suggests that Iridium Communications Inc has been managing its debt levels relative to its capital base, but investors and stakeholders should continue to monitor any further changes in the ratio to assess the company's financial leverage and risk profile accurately.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2024

Company name
Symbol
Debt-to-capital ratio
Iridium Communications Inc
IRDM
0.00
ESCO Technologies Inc
ESE
0.08
Lumentum Holdings Inc
LITE
0.72