Nabors Industries Ltd (NBR)

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 2,505,220 2,511,520 2,537,540 3,262,800 2,968,700
Total stockholders’ equity US$ in thousands 134,996 326,614 368,956 590,656 1,151,380
Debt-to-equity ratio 18.56 7.69 6.88 5.52 2.58

December 31, 2024 calculation

Debt-to-equity ratio = Long-term debt ÷ Total stockholders’ equity
= $2,505,220K ÷ $134,996K
= 18.56

The debt-to-equity ratio of Nabors Industries Ltd has been increasing steadily over the years from 2.58 in December 2020 to 18.56 in December 2024. This indicates a substantial shift towards a higher reliance on debt financing compared to equity. A rising debt-to-equity ratio could suggest that the company is taking on more debt to finance its operations and growth, which may indicate potential financial risk and increased financial leverage. It is important for stakeholders to closely monitor this trend to assess the company's ability to manage its debt obligations effectively and maintain a healthy balance sheet.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2024

Company name
Symbol
Debt-to-equity ratio
Nabors Industries Ltd
NBR
18.56
Helmerich and Payne Inc
HP
0.61
Patterson-UTI Energy Inc
PTEN
0.35
Valaris Ltd
VAL
0.54