Debt to Equity
since 2005
Calculation
Monsanto Co., debt to equity, long-term trends, calculation
| Debt to equity | = | Total debt1 | ÷ | Total Monsanto Company shareowners’ equity1 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 31, 2017 | 1.26 | = | 8,124) | ÷ | 6,438) |
| Aug 31, 2016 | 1.99 | = | 9,040) | ÷ | 4,534) |
| Aug 31, 2015 | 1.29 | = | 9,044) | ÷ | 6,990) |
| Aug 31, 2014 | 0.99 | = | 7,761) | ÷ | 7,875) |
| Aug 31, 2013 | 0.17 | = | 2,112) | ÷ | 12,559) |
| Aug 31, 2012 | 0.18 | = | 2,074) | ÷ | 11,833) |
| Aug 31, 2011 | 0.19 | = | 2,221) | ÷ | 11,545) |
| Aug 31, 2010 | 0.21 | = | 2,103) | ÷ | 10,099) |
| Aug 31, 2009 | 0.18 | = | 1,803) | ÷ | 10,056) |
| Aug 31, 2008 | 0.19 | = | 1,816) | ÷ | 9,374) |
| Aug 31, 2007 | 0.19 | = | 1,420) | ÷ | 7,503) |
| Aug 31, 2006 | 0.26 | = | 1,667) | ÷ | 6,525) |
| Aug 31, 2005 | 0.31 | = | 1,740) | ÷ | 5,613) |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2017-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-08-31).
1 US$ in millions
- Total Debt
- The total debt exhibited fluctuations over the observed period. Initially, it decreased from 1740 million US dollars in 2005 to 1420 million in 2007, followed by a general increasing trend reaching a peak at 9044 million by 2015. The debt slightly declined afterward but remained significantly higher than the early years, ending at 8124 million in 2017.
- Total Shareowners’ Equity
- Shareowners’ equity showed consistent growth from 5613 million in 2005 to a high of 12559 million in 2013. However, from 2014 onwards, the equity declined sharply, dropping to 4534 million in 2016 before a moderate recovery to 6438 million in 2017.
- Debt to Equity Ratio
- The debt to equity ratio remained relatively low and stable from 2005 through 2013, fluctuating between 0.17 and 0.31. Starting from 2014, the ratio increased substantially, peaking at 1.99 in 2016, indicating a significant rise in financial leverage. This ratio saw a slight improvement to 1.26 in 2017 but continued to indicate a higher reliance on debt financing compared to earlier years.
- Summary Insights
- The data reveal a pronounced shift in the company’s capital structure beginning around 2014. Before this period, the company maintained a conservative leverage position with modest debt levels relative to equity, supporting stable financial health. Post-2013, there is a marked increase in debt accompanied by declining equity, leading to significantly elevated leverage ratios. This suggests potential increased financial risk and a change in financing strategy during the recent years under review.
Comparison to Competitors
Monsanto Co., debt to equity, long-term trends, comparison to competitors
| Monsanto Co. | lululemon athletica inc. | Nike Inc. | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 31, 2017 | 1.26 | 0.00 | 0.31 |
| Aug 31, 2016 | 1.99 | 0.00 | 0.17 |
| Aug 31, 2015 | 1.29 | 0.00 | 0.10 |
| Aug 31, 2014 | 0.99 | 0.00 | 0.13 |
| Aug 31, 2013 | 0.17 | 0.00 | 0.12 |
| Aug 31, 2012 | 0.18 | 0.00 | 0.04 |
| Aug 31, 2011 | 0.19 | 0.00 | 0.07 |
| Aug 31, 2010 | 0.21 | 0.00 | 0.06 |
| Aug 31, 2009 | 0.18 | 0.00 | 0.09 |
| Aug 31, 2008 | 0.19 | 0.00 | 0.08 |
| Aug 31, 2007 | 0.19 | — | 0.08 |
| Aug 31, 2006 | 0.26 | — | 0.11 |
| Aug 31, 2005 | 0.31 | — | 0.14 |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2017-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-08-31).
Comparison to Sector (Consumer Durables & Apparel)
Monsanto Co., debt to equity, long-term trends, comparison to sector (consumer durables & apparel)
| Monsanto Co. | Consumer Durables & Apparel | |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 31, 2017 | 1.26 | 0.28 |
| Aug 31, 2016 | 1.99 | 0.15 |
| Aug 31, 2015 | 1.29 | 0.09 |
| Aug 31, 2014 | 0.99 | 0.12 |
| Aug 31, 2013 | 0.17 | 0.12 |
| Aug 31, 2012 | 0.18 | 0.04 |
| Aug 31, 2011 | 0.19 | 0.06 |
| Aug 31, 2010 | 0.21 | 0.06 |
| Aug 31, 2009 | 0.18 | 0.09 |
| Aug 31, 2008 | 0.19 | 0.08 |
| Aug 31, 2007 | 0.19 | 0.08 |
| Aug 31, 2006 | 0.26 | 0.11 |
| Aug 31, 2005 | 0.31 | 0.14 |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2017-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-08-31).
Comparison to Industry (Consumer Discretionary)
Monsanto Co., debt to equity, long-term trends, comparison to industry (consumer discretionary)
| Monsanto Co. | Consumer Discretionary | |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 31, 2017 | 1.26 | 2.55 |
| Aug 31, 2016 | 1.99 | 2.21 |
| Aug 31, 2015 | 1.29 | 1.88 |
| Aug 31, 2014 | 0.99 | 1.60 |
| Aug 31, 2013 | 0.17 | 1.25 |
| Aug 31, 2012 | 0.18 | 1.19 |
| Aug 31, 2011 | 0.19 | 1.09 |
| Aug 31, 2010 | 0.21 | 1.26 |
| Aug 31, 2009 | 0.18 | 2.58 |
| Aug 31, 2008 | 0.19 | 4.06 |
| Aug 31, 2007 | 0.19 | 2.62 |
| Aug 31, 2006 | 0.26 | 2.96 |
| Aug 31, 2005 | 0.31 | 2.35 |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2017-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-08-31).