Lennar Corporation (LEN)

Financial leverage ratio

Nov 30, 2024 Nov 30, 2023 Nov 30, 2022 Nov 30, 2021 Nov 30, 2020
Total assets US$ in thousands 41,312,800 39,234,300 37,984,300 33,207,800 29,935,200
Total stockholders’ equity US$ in thousands 27,870,100 26,580,700 24,100,500 20,816,400 17,994,900
Financial leverage ratio 1.48 1.48 1.58 1.60 1.66

November 30, 2024 calculation

Financial leverage ratio = Total assets ÷ Total stockholders’ equity
= $41,312,800K ÷ $27,870,100K
= 1.48

Based on the data provided, Lennar Corporation's financial leverage ratio has been gradually decreasing from 1.66 in November 2020 to 1.48 in both November 2023 and November 2024. This indicates that the company has been effectively managing its financial leverage over the years, reflecting a lower level of debt relative to its equity.

A financial leverage ratio of less than 1 signifies that the company relies more on equity financing rather than debt to fund its operations and growth. In Lennar Corporation's case, the decreasing trend in the ratio indicates a strengthening financial position and reduced financial risk, as the company is becoming less dependent on debt to finance its activities.

Overall, the decreasing trend in Lennar Corporation's financial leverage ratio is a positive sign for investors and stakeholders, suggesting a more stable and sustainable capital structure for the company. It signifies prudent financial management and a healthier balance between debt and equity in the company's capital mix.


Peer comparison

Nov 30, 2024

Company name
Symbol
Financial leverage ratio
Lennar Corporation
LEN
1.48
Fortune Brands Innovations Inc.
FBIN
2.86
Installed Building Products Inc
IBP
2.96