Mettler-Toledo International Inc (MTD)

Debt-to-equity ratio

Dec 31, 2024 Sep 30, 2024 Jun 30, 2024 Mar 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Sep 30, 2023 Jun 30, 2023 Mar 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Sep 30, 2022 Jun 30, 2022 Mar 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Sep 30, 2021 Jun 30, 2021 Mar 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020 Sep 30, 2020 Jun 30, 2020 Mar 31, 2020
Long-term debt US$ in thousands 1,831,260 1,891,660 1,746,640 1,903,570 1,888,620 1,929,400 2,045,460 2,015,780 1,908,480 1,825,250 1,821,460 1,766,830 1,580,810 1,639,580 1,602,000 1,561,050 1,284,170 1,169,140 1,146,590 1,513,020
Total stockholders’ equity US$ in thousands -126,890 -154,353 -152,762 -158,717 -149,938 -105,872 -89,705 -24,469 24,793 -82,809 7,262 84,570 171,421 159,171 191,424 202,643 282,675 443,067 450,093 306,397
Debt-to-equity ratio — — — — — — — — 76.98 — 250.82 20.89 9.22 10.30 8.37 7.70 4.54 2.64 2.55 4.94

December 31, 2024 calculation

Debt-to-equity ratio = Long-term debt ÷ Total stockholders’ equity
= $1,831,260K ÷ $-126,890K
= —

The debt-to-equity ratio of Mettler-Toledo International Inc has shown significant fluctuations over the past few years. As of June 30, 2022, the debt-to-equity ratio spiked to a very high value of 250.82, indicating a substantial reliance on debt to finance operations compared to equity. This significant increase in the ratio may raise concerns about the company's financial leverage and ability to meet its debt obligations.

However, it is important to note that the debt-to-equity ratio decreased to a more moderate level by December 31, 2022, with a ratio of 76.98. This decline suggests that the company may have taken steps to reduce its debt levels or increase its equity base during that period.

As of the latest available data point, December 31, 2024, the debt-to-equity ratio is not provided (denoted as "—"), which makes it difficult to assess the current financial structure of the company in terms of debt and equity.

In summary, the debt-to-equity ratio of Mettler-Toledo International Inc has displayed volatility, with a sharp increase followed by a decrease, indicating fluctuations in the company's capital structure and financial risk profile. Investors and stakeholders should continue to monitor the company's debt management practices and overall financial health.