Gibraltar Industries Inc (ROCK)

Financial leverage ratio

Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020 Dec 31, 2019
Total assets US$ in thousands 1,256,450 1,210,610 1,214,900 1,212,490 984,450
Total stockholders’ equity US$ in thousands 914,998 822,099 825,258 743,805 673,964
Financial leverage ratio 1.37 1.47 1.47 1.63 1.46

December 31, 2023 calculation

Financial leverage ratio = Total assets ÷ Total stockholders’ equity
= $1,256,450K ÷ $914,998K
= 1.37

The financial leverage ratio of Gibraltar Industries Inc. has shown some variation over the past five years. In 2023, the ratio stands at 1.37, which indicates a decrease from 1.47 in the previous year. This decline suggests that the company has reduced its reliance on debt to finance its operations and investments. Comparing to 2020 and 2021, where the ratio was 1.63 and 1.47 respectively, it can be observed that the company has effectively managed its debt levels. Additionally, the ratio in 2019 was 1.46, indicating relatively stable leverage. Overall, the decreasing trend in the financial leverage ratio demonstrates an improving financial position in terms of debt management for Gibraltar Industries Inc.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2023

Company name
Symbol
Financial leverage ratio
Gibraltar Industries Inc
ROCK
1.37
Insteel Industries Inc
IIIN
1.20
Worthington Industries Inc
WOR
2.15
Worthington Steel Inc
WS
1.89