Smurfit WestRock plc (SW)
Financial leverage ratio
| Dec 31, 2024 | Dec 31, 2023 | Dec 31, 2022 | Dec 31, 2021 | Dec 31, 2020 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total assets | US$ in thousands | — | 13,959,000 | 12,482,000 | 11,707,000 | 10,290,000 |
| Total stockholders’ equity | US$ in thousands | — | 6,146,020 | 5,025,000 | 4,379,000 | 3,770,000 |
| Financial leverage ratio | — | 2.27 | 2.48 | 2.67 | 2.73 |
December 31, 2024 calculation
Financial leverage ratio = Total assets ÷ Total stockholders’ equity
= $—K ÷ $—K
= —
The financial leverage ratio of Smurfit WestRock plc has shown a downward trend over the years, declining from 2.73 in December 31, 2020, to 2.67 in December 31, 2021, further decreasing to 2.48 in December 31, 2022, and then to 2.27 in December 31, 2023. This indicates a reduction in the company's reliance on debt financing to support its operations and growth. However, it is important to note that the data for December 31, 2024 is unavailable (indicated by "—"), which makes it challenging to assess the most recent status of the financial leverage ratio. Overall, the decreasing trend in the financial leverage ratio suggests a potentially stronger financial position and lower financial risk for Smurfit WestRock plc in the recent years.
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Dec 31, 2024