Iridium Communications Inc (IRDM)

Financial leverage ratio

Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
Total assets US$ in thousands 2,671,470 2,661,780 2,954,010 3,180,800 3,360,950
Total stockholders’ equity US$ in thousands 576,637 888,099 1,128,560 1,287,950 1,419,440
Financial leverage ratio 4.63 3.00 2.62 2.47 2.37

December 31, 2024 calculation

Financial leverage ratio = Total assets ÷ Total stockholders’ equity
= $2,671,470K ÷ $576,637K
= 4.63

The financial leverage ratio of Iridium Communications Inc has been gradually increasing over the years from 2.37 in 2020 to 4.63 in 2024. This indicates that the company has been relying more on debt to finance its operations and investments relative to its equity. A higher financial leverage ratio suggests higher financial risk as the company may have a greater debt burden that needs to be serviced. It is important for stakeholders to closely monitor this ratio to ensure the company's ability to meet its debt obligations and maintain financial stability amid changing economic conditions.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2024

Company name
Symbol
Financial leverage ratio
Iridium Communications Inc
IRDM
4.63
ESCO Technologies Inc
ESE
1.49
Lumentum Holdings Inc
LITE
4.11