Nucor Corp (NUE)

Debt-to-equity ratio

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 Dec 31, 2019 Sep 30, 2019 Jun 30, 2019 Mar 31, 2019
Long-term debt US$ in thousands 4,234,310 4,233,790
Total stockholders’ equity US$ in thousands 20,940,600 20,465,700 19,953,700 19,017,400 18,414,700 17,708,500 16,808,600 15,204,600 14,016,400 13,422,500 12,254,000 11,447,200 10,788,700 10,302,400 10,194,800 10,168,200 10,357,900 10,449,000 10,300,700 10,114,200
Debt-to-equity ratio 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.41 0.42

December 31, 2023 calculation

Debt-to-equity ratio = Long-term debt ÷ Total stockholders’ equity
= $—K ÷ $20,940,600K
= 0.00

The debt-to-equity ratio of Nucor Corp. has been relatively stable over the past eight quarters. The ratio has ranged from 0.33 to 0.45 during this period, indicating that the company has maintained a conservative capital structure with a reasonable balance between debt and equity financing.

A lower debt-to-equity ratio suggests that Nucor relies more on equity financing rather than debt, which can be viewed positively as it signifies lower financial risk and greater financial stability. This can be attractive to investors and creditors as it indicates a lower probability of default.

Over the quarters analyzed, there has been a slight increase in the debt-to-equity ratio from 0.33 in Q4 2023 to 0.45 in Q1 2022. This upward trend may indicate that Nucor has been gradually increasing its reliance on debt financing compared to equity financing. While an increase in the ratio may raise concerns about the company's leverage, it is crucial to assess the absolute levels of debt and equity to fully understand the financial position and risk profile of Nucor.

Overall, Nucor Corp.'s debt-to-equity ratio suggests a prudent capital structure management strategy, but it is essential for investors and stakeholders to monitor any significant changes in the ratio to evaluate the company's financial health and risk exposure.


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Dec 31, 2023