MP Materials Corp (MP)

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 1,054,880 1,365,780 1,312,630 1,008,730 853,877
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 ÷ $1,054,880K
= 0.00

The debt-to-equity ratio of MP Materials Corp has consistently remained at 0.00 from December 31, 2020, to December 31, 2024. This indicates that the company is not using any debt to finance its operations and is entirely reliant on equity financing. A debt-to-equity ratio of zero signifies a conservative capital structure where the company is not taking on any financial leverage. This may suggest that the company is managing its financial risks by avoiding debt obligations and potential interest payments. However, it is essential to consider that a very low or zero debt-to-equity ratio may also imply missed opportunities for leveraging debt to potentially enhance returns for shareholders. Overall, MP Materials Corp's consistent zero debt-to-equity ratio indicates a cautious approach to financial leverage and a reliance on equity for its capital needs.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2024

Company name
Symbol
Debt-to-equity ratio
MP Materials Corp
MP
0.00
Cleveland-Cliffs Inc
CLF
1.06
Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc
FCX
0.00