Skechers USA Inc (SKX)

Financial leverage ratio

Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
Total assets US$ in thousands 8,455,760 7,547,350 6,893,490 6,491,280 5,812,370
Total stockholders’ equity US$ in thousands 4,730,160 4,019,340 3,569,990 3,259,340 2,481,440
Financial leverage ratio 1.79 1.88 1.93 1.99 2.34

December 31, 2024 calculation

Financial leverage ratio = Total assets ÷ Total stockholders’ equity
= $8,455,760K ÷ $4,730,160K
= 1.79

The financial leverage ratio for Skechers USA Inc has shown a decreasing trend over the years, indicating a trend towards lower financial leverage. From 2.34 in December 31, 2020, the ratio has decreased steadily to 1.79 by December 31, 2024. This suggests that the company has been relying less on debt financing in relation to its equity, which can be beneficial in terms of reducing financial risk and enhancing financial stability. A declining financial leverage ratio typically signifies a more conservative capital structure, which could lead to improved financial health and resilience in the face of economic uncertainties.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2024

Company name
Symbol
Financial leverage ratio
Skechers USA Inc
SKX
1.79
Caleres Inc
CAL
3.16
Steven Madden Ltd
SHOO
1.67
Wolverine World Wide Inc
WWW
5.43