MP Materials Corp (MP)

Financial leverage ratio

Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
Total assets US$ in thousands 2,333,560 2,336,450 2,237,790 1,889,670 1,074,290
Total stockholders’ equity US$ in thousands 1,054,880 1,365,780 1,312,630 1,008,730 853,877
Financial leverage ratio 2.21 1.71 1.70 1.87 1.26

December 31, 2024 calculation

Financial leverage ratio = Total assets ÷ Total stockholders’ equity
= $2,333,560K ÷ $1,054,880K
= 2.21

The financial leverage ratio of MP Materials Corp has shown a noticeable increase over the past five years. Starting at 1.26 on December 31, 2020, the ratio has progressively risen to 2.21 by December 31, 2024. This upward trend indicates that the company is becoming more reliant on debt financing in relation to its equity over the years. The rise in the financial leverage ratio suggests that MP Materials Corp may be taking on more debt to fund its operations or investments, which could potentially lead to increased financial risk and interest expenses. It would be important for stakeholders to closely monitor the company's debt levels and management strategies to ensure sustainable growth and financial health.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2024

Company name
Symbol
Financial leverage ratio
MP Materials Corp
MP
2.21
Cleveland-Cliffs Inc
CLF
3.14
Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc
FCX
3.12