Tyson Foods Inc (TSN)
Debt-to-assets ratio
Sep 30, 2023 | Sep 30, 2022 | Sep 30, 2021 | Sep 30, 2020 | Sep 30, 2019 | ||
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Long-term debt | US$ in thousands | — | — | — | — | — |
Total assets | US$ in thousands | 36,251,000 | 36,821,000 | 36,309,000 | 34,456,000 | 32,918,000 |
Debt-to-assets ratio | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
September 30, 2023 calculation
Debt-to-assets ratio = Long-term debt ÷ Total assets
= $—K ÷ $36,251,000K
= 0.00
The debt-to-assets ratio measures the extent to which a company is financed by debt relative to its total assets. A lower ratio indicates lower financial risk, while a higher ratio suggests greater financial leverage.
Analyzing Tyson Foods, Inc.'s debt-to-assets ratio over the past five years, we observe a generally decreasing trend from 0.36 in 2019 to 0.26 in 2023. This decline indicates a reduction in the proportion of assets financed by debt, which can be interpreted as a positive sign of improved financial stability and reduced financial risk for the company.
The decreasing trend in the debt-to-assets ratio suggests that Tyson Foods has been managing its debt levels relative to its assets more efficiently over the years. By maintaining a lower ratio, the company appears to be reducing its reliance on debt financing and enhancing its ability to cover its obligations using its own resources.
The consistent decrease in the debt-to-assets ratio implies that Tyson Foods has been improving its financial structure and reducing its vulnerability to economic downturns or interest rate changes. However, it is important for investors and stakeholders to monitor this ratio in subsequent periods to ensure that the company's debt management remains effective and sustainable.
In conclusion, the declining trend in Tyson Foods, Inc.'s debt-to-assets ratio over the past five years reflects a positive shift towards a more conservative financial structure, indicating improved financial stability and reduced financial risk for the company.
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Sep 30, 2023