Xylem Inc (XYL)

Financial leverage ratio

Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
Total assets US$ in thousands 16,493,000 16,112,000 7,952,000 8,276,000 8,750,000
Total stockholders’ equity US$ in thousands 10,642,000 10,166,000 3,494,000 3,218,000 2,968,000
Financial leverage ratio 1.55 1.58 2.28 2.57 2.95

December 31, 2024 calculation

Financial leverage ratio = Total assets ÷ Total stockholders’ equity
= $16,493,000K ÷ $10,642,000K
= 1.55

The financial leverage ratio of Xylem Inc has gradually decreased from 2.95 in December 31, 2020, to 1.55 in December 31, 2024. This indicates a declining trend in the company's reliance on debt to finance its operations over the years. A lower financial leverage ratio suggests that Xylem Inc is becoming less dependent on debt and may be in a stronger financial position. However, it is important to consider the reasons behind this decreasing trend and its implications for the company's growth and profitability in the future.


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Dec 31, 2024