Universal Display (OLED)

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 54 54 1,023 192
Total stockholders’ equity US$ in thousands 1,447,230 1,275,370 1,099,910 912,714 811,449
Debt-to-equity ratio 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00

December 31, 2023 calculation

Debt-to-equity ratio = Long-term debt ÷ Total stockholders’ equity
= $54K ÷ $1,447,230K
= 0.00

The debt-to-equity ratio of Universal Display Corp. has been consistently at 0.00 for the past five years, indicating that the company has not utilized any debt financing to fund its operations during this period. A debt-to-equity ratio of 0.00 typically suggests that the company is primarily relying on equity financing to support its business activities, which can be viewed positively as it signifies a lower financial risk due to the absence of debt obligations. However, it is important to note that having a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.00 may also imply missed opportunities for leveraging debt to potentially enhance returns or growth. Overall, Universal Display Corp.'s consistent debt-free position is a noteworthy aspect of its financial structure.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2023

Company name
Symbol
Debt-to-equity ratio
Universal Display
OLED
0.00
Hubbell Inc
HUBB
0.70
Mercury Systems Inc
MRCY
0.40
Vishay Intertechnology Inc
VSH
0.37