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- Balance Sheet: Assets
- Balance Sheet: Liabilities and Stockholders’ Equity
- Common-Size Balance Sheet: Assets
- Analysis of Solvency Ratios
- Analysis of Reportable Segments
- Common Stock Valuation Ratios
- Dividend Discount Model (DDM)
- Present Value of Free Cash Flow to Equity (FCFE)
- Current Ratio since 2010
- Total Asset Turnover since 2010
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Calculation
General Motors Co., debt to equity, long-term trends, calculation
| Debt to equity | = | Total debt1 | ÷ | Stockholders’ equity1 | |
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Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2025-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2024-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31).
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The debt to equity ratio exhibits a generally increasing trend over the period examined, though with notable fluctuations. Initially, the ratio demonstrates a moderate increase from 0.32 in 2010 to 0.44 in 2012. A significant rise then occurs, accelerating from 0.85 in 2013 to 1.93 in 2016, indicating a growing reliance on debt financing relative to equity.
- Overall Trend
- From 2010 through 2016, the debt to equity ratio increased substantially. This suggests a shift in the capital structure towards greater financial leverage. The period from 2017 to 2025 shows more volatility, with the ratio peaking at 2.70 in 2017 and 2.70 in 2018, before decreasing to 1.83 in 2020. It then increases again to 2.13 in 2025.
The period between 2017 and 2020 shows a decrease in the ratio, potentially reflecting efforts to reduce debt or increase equity. However, this downward trend is reversed between 2020 and 2025, with the ratio climbing again. The most recent values, 2.06 in 2024 and 2.13 in 2025, suggest a continued, albeit more moderate, increase in financial leverage.
- Significant Increases
- The most pronounced increases in the debt to equity ratio occurred between 2012 and 2013 (from 0.44 to 0.85) and between 2015 and 2016 (from 1.58 to 1.93). These periods likely correspond with significant debt financing activities or substantial changes in equity valuation.
The fluctuations observed after 2016 suggest a dynamic capital structure management strategy, potentially influenced by market conditions, investment opportunities, and overall financial performance. The ratio consistently remains above 1.0 after 2015, indicating that debt financing consistently exceeds equity financing throughout the latter portion of the analyzed period.
- Recent Performance
- The debt to equity ratio in 2025 stands at 2.13, representing a higher level of financial leverage compared to the beginning of the period. This suggests that the entity continues to utilize debt as a significant component of its capital structure.
Comparison to Competitors
General Motors Co., debt to equity, long-term trends, comparison to competitors
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Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2025-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2024-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31).
Comparison to Sector (Automobiles & Components)
General Motors Co., debt to equity, long-term trends, comparison to sector (automobiles & components)
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Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2025-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2024-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31).
Comparison to Industry (Consumer Discretionary)
General Motors Co., debt to equity, long-term trends, comparison to industry (consumer discretionary)
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Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2025-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2024-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31).