Vestis Corporation (VSTS)

Debt-to-capital ratio

Dec 31, 2023 Sep 30, 2023 Jun 30, 2023 Mar 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Sep 30, 2022 Jun 30, 2022
Long-term debt US$ in thousands
Total stockholders’ equity US$ in thousands 904,158 877,360 913,757 904,989 2,335,810 2,335,810
Debt-to-capital ratio 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00

December 31, 2023 calculation

Debt-to-capital ratio = Long-term debt ÷ (Long-term debt + Total stockholders’ equity)
= $—K ÷ ($—K + $904,158K)
= 0.00

The debt-to-capital ratio of Vestis Corporation, as indicated in the provided table, has consistently been at 0.00 for the past seven quarters, including the latest data available for December 31, 2023. This ratio implies that the company has not utilized debt as a source of capital relative to its overall capital structure. While a debt-to-capital ratio of 0.00 may signify a conservative financial strategy with low financial risk due to the absence of debt in the capital mix, it can also suggest limitations in terms of leveraging opportunities that could potentially enhance returns for shareholders. It is essential to assess the reasons behind the consistent zero debt-to-capital ratio to determine if it aligns with the company's strategic objectives and financial health.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2023

Company name
Symbol
Debt-to-capital ratio
Vestis Corporation
VSTS
0.00
Central Garden & Pet Company
CENT
0.45
Central Garden & Pet Company A
CENTA
0.45