Public Service Enterprise Group Inc (PEG)

Debt-to-assets ratio

Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
Long-term debt US$ in thousands 18,964,000 17,784,000 16,495,000 15,219,000 14,496,000
Total assets US$ in thousands 54,640,000 50,741,000 48,718,000 48,999,000 50,050,000
Debt-to-assets ratio 0.35 0.35 0.34 0.31 0.29

December 31, 2024 calculation

Debt-to-assets ratio = Long-term debt ÷ Total assets
= $18,964,000K ÷ $54,640,000K
= 0.35

The debt-to-assets ratio for Public Service Enterprise Group Inc has been gradually increasing over the past five years. As of December 31, 2020, the ratio stood at 0.29, indicating that 29% of the company's assets were financed by debt. Subsequently, the ratio increased to 0.31 by December 31, 2021, and further to 0.34 by December 31, 2022. By the end of December 31, 2023, the ratio reached 0.35, suggesting that 35% of the company's assets were funded through debt. This ratio remained stable at 0.35 as of December 31, 2024.

The increasing trend in the debt-to-assets ratio may indicate that Public Service Enterprise Group Inc is relying more on debt financing to support its operations and investments. While a higher ratio can potentially enhance returns, it also signifies higher financial risk due to the increased debt burden. It is essential for stakeholders to monitor this ratio closely to ensure the company's financial stability and ability to meet its debt obligations in the long run.