Stock Analysis on Net

Kellanova (NYSE:K)

$22.49

This company has been moved to the archive! The financial data has not been updated since August 1, 2024.

Debt to Equity
since 2005

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Calculation

Kellanova, debt to equity, long-term trends, calculation

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Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2023-12-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-01-02), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-30), 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: 2013-12-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-12-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-12-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-12-31).

1 US$ in millions


The analysis of the financial data reveals several key trends in the company's capital structure over the examined period.

Total Debt
Total debt exhibited a generally oscillating pattern with an initial increase from 4,897 million USD at the end of 2005 to a peak of 8,893 million USD by the end of 2018. Following this peak, total debt consistently decreased to 5,873 million USD by the end of 2023, indicating a strategic reduction in leverage in recent years.
Total Equity
Total equity demonstrated notable fluctuations. It initially fell from 2,284 million USD in 2005 to a low of 1,448 million USD at the end of 2008, corresponding with a challenging period possibly influenced by external economic factors. Subsequently, equity generally increased, reaching a maximum of 3,720 million USD at the end of 2021, before slightly declining to 3,175 million USD in 2023. Overall, equity levels improved compared to the early years.
Debt to Equity Ratio
The debt to equity ratio reflected significant volatility, highlighting variations in the company's financial leverage. The ratio increased sharply from 2.14 in 2005 to a high of 4.07 by the end of 2016, signaling heavier reliance on debt financing relative to equity during this period. From 2017 onwards, the ratio decreased steadily to 1.85 in 2023, indicating a deleveraging trend and a move towards a more balanced capital structure.

Overall, the data suggest that the company experienced periods of high financial leverage, particularly between 2010 and 2017, with high debt levels relative to equity. Post-2018, the firm appears to have focused on reducing debt and strengthening equity, thereby improving its financial stability and reducing risk exposure. The recent years show a trend toward prudent capital management through a decreasing debt to equity ratio, reinforcing a more conservative financial posture.


Comparison to Competitors

Kellanova, debt to equity, long-term trends, comparison to competitors

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Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2023-12-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-01-02), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-30), 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: 2013-12-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-12-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-12-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-12-31).


Comparison to Sector (Food, Beverage & Tobacco)


Comparison to Industry (Consumer Staples)