MYR Group Inc (MYRG)

Debt-to-equity ratio

Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020 Dec 31, 2019
Long-term debt US$ in thousands 29,188 35,479 3,464 25,039 157,087
Total stockholders’ equity US$ in thousands 651,202 560,200 519,102 429,288 364,471
Debt-to-equity ratio 0.04 0.06 0.01 0.06 0.43

December 31, 2023 calculation

Debt-to-equity ratio = Long-term debt ÷ Total stockholders’ equity
= $29,188K ÷ $651,202K
= 0.04

The debt-to-equity ratio of MYR Group Inc has exhibited variability over the past five years. In 2023, the ratio decreased to 0.06 from 0.08 in 2022, indicating a lower level of debt relative to equity. This could suggest improved financial stability or a more conservative capital structure. The ratio in 2021 was exceptionally low at 0.01, implying minimal debt compared to equity, which could signal strong financial health and a lower risk level. However, in 2020, the ratio increased to 0.07, indicating a higher proportion of debt relative to equity, which may raise concerns about leverage and financial risk. The highest ratio was observed in 2019 at 0.46, signifying a significant amount of debt compared to equity, which could indicate higher financial risk and leverage at that time. Overall, the trend in the debt-to-equity ratio for MYR Group Inc shows fluctuations, and investors and analysts may need to further investigate the reasons behind these changes to assess the company's financial position and risk profile accurately.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2023

Company name
Symbol
Debt-to-equity ratio
MYR Group Inc
MYRG
0.04
Dycom Industries Inc
DY
0.75
MasTec Inc
MTZ
0.00