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LICT (LICT) Degree of Financial Leverage : 0.00 (As of Dec. 2018)


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What is LICT Degree of Financial Leverage?

Degree of Financial Leverage (DFL) measures the percentage change in EPS for a unit change in Earnings Before Interest and Taxes (EBIT). LICT's Degree of Financial Leverage for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2018 was 0.00. The higher Degree of Financial Leverage, the more volatile earnings will be.

The industry rank for LICT's Degree of Financial Leverage or its related term are showing as below:

LICT's Degree of Financial Leverage is not ranked *
in the Telecommunication Services industry.
Industry Median: 1.04
* Ranked among companies with meaningful Degree of Financial Leverage only.

LICT Degree of Financial Leverage Historical Data

The historical data trend for LICT's Degree of Financial Leverage can be seen below:

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* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

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LICT Degree of Financial Leverage Chart

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Competitive Comparison of LICT's Degree of Financial Leverage

For the Telecom Services subindustry, LICT's Degree of Financial Leverage, along with its competitors' market caps and Degree of Financial Leverage data, can be viewed below:

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LICT's Degree of Financial Leverage Distribution in the Telecommunication Services Industry

For the Telecommunication Services industry and Communication Services sector, LICT's Degree of Financial Leverage distribution charts can be found below:

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LICT Degree of Financial Leverage Calculation

LICT's Degree of Financial Leverage for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2018 is calculated as:

Degree of Financial Leverage=% Change in Earnings per Share (Diluted)**/% Change in EBIT
=( 1271.97 (Dec. 2018) / 1063.8 (Dec. 2017) - 1 )/( 36.115 (Dec. 2018) / 26.929 (Dec. 2017) - 1 )
=0.1957/0.3411
=0.57***

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

** TTM data of EPS and EBIT was used to calculate Degree of Financial Leverage.
*** Please be aware that the Degree of Financial Leverage calculations are based on company-level data using the primary share class. The calculated data provided is for demonstration purposes and may slightly differ from the results displayed in the title due to potential variations caused by currency exchange rate differences throughout the year.


LICT  (OTCPK:LICT) Degree of Financial Leverage Explanation

Degree of Financial Leverage (DFL) is a leverage ratio that measures the sensitivity of a company’s Earnings per Share (EPS) to fluctuations in its operating income, also referred to as Earnings Before Interest and Taxes (EBIT), resulting from adjustments in its capital structure. DFL is an essential tool for companies to assess the appropriate level of debt or financial leverage in their capital structure. When EBIT remains relatively stable, it results in stable earnings and earnings per share. In such cases, the company may consider taking on substantial debt. However, for companies operating in industries with significant fluctuations in EBIT, it is advisable to keep debt at a manageable level.

The higher Degree of Financial Leverage, the more volatile earnings will be. Because interest is a fixed expense, leverage can amplify earnings and EPS. This is beneficial when EBIT is growing, but it can become problematic in tough economic conditions when EBIT is under pressure.

Be Aware

The use of financial leverage varies across different industries and business sectors, and the application of Degree of Financial Leverage (DFL) should be adjusted accordingly.


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LICT (LICT) Business Description

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Address
401 Theodore Fremd Avenue, Rye, NY, USA, 10580-1430
LICT Corp is a United States-based integrated provider of broadband, voice and video services. It provides high speed broadband services, including internet access, through fiber optic facilities, copper-based digital subscriber lines, fixed wireless, and coax cable via cable modems. The Company also provides a number of other services, including video services through both traditional cable television services and internet protocol television services, Voice over Internet Protocol, wireless voice communications, and several related telecommunications services. On the voice side, the Company has traditionally operated as both a Rural Local Exchange Carrier and a Competitive Local Exchange Carrier.
Executives
Mario J Gabelli director, 10 percent owner, officer: Chief Executive Officer 191 MASON STREET, GREENWICH CT 06830
Marc Gabelli director, other: Resigned as director 5-6-04 401 THEODORE FREMD AVE, RYE NY 10580
Frederic V Salerno director, other: Resigned as director on2-20-04 TWO PENNSYLVANIA PLAZA, NEW YORK NY 10121
Vincent S Tese director, other: Resigned as director on2-20-04
Mjg Iv Limited Partnership 10 percent owner

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