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Dynegy (Dynegy) Degree of Financial Leverage : 0.00 (As of Dec. 2017)


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What is Dynegy 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). Dynegy's Degree of Financial Leverage for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2017 was 0.00. The higher Degree of Financial Leverage, the more volatile earnings will be.

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

DYNPRA.PFD's Degree of Financial Leverage is not ranked *
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Industry Median: 1
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Dynegy Degree of Financial Leverage Historical Data

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

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Competitive Comparison of Dynegy's Degree of Financial Leverage

For the Utilities - Independent Power Producers subindustry, Dynegy'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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Dynegy's Degree of Financial Leverage Distribution in the Utilities - Independent Power Producers Industry

For the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry and Utilities sector, Dynegy's Degree of Financial Leverage distribution charts can be found below:

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Dynegy Degree of Financial Leverage Calculation

Dynegy's Degree of Financial Leverage for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2017 is calculated as:

Degree of Financial Leverage=% Change in Earnings per Share (Diluted)**/% Change in EBIT
=( 0 (Dec. 2017) / 0 (Dec. 2016) - 1 )/( 78 (Dec. 2017) / -664 (Dec. 2016) - 1 )
=/-1.1175
=0.00***

* 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.


Dynegy  (NYSE:DYNPRA.PFD) 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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Dynegy (Dynegy) Business Description

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Dynegy is a wholesale power provider operating in the Midwest, the Northeast, and the West. The company operates a mix of natural gas and coal capacity. Dynegy's capacity consists of baseload, intermediate, and peak power plants. Dynegy also operates a retail energy supply business.
Executives
Ecp Controlco, Llc 10 percent owner 40 BEECHWOOD ROAD, SUMMIT NJ 07901
Energy Capital Partners Iii, Lp 10 percent owner 51 JOHN F. KENNEDY PARKWAY, SUITE 200, SHORT HILLS NJ 07078
Energy Capital Partners Iii-a, Lp 10 percent owner 51 JOHN F. KENNEDY PARKWAY, SUITE 200, SHORT HILLS NJ 07078
Energy Capital Partners Iii-c, Lp 10 percent owner 51 JOHN F. KENNEDY PARKWAY, SUITE 200, SHORT HILLS NJ 07078
Tyler Reeder director 51 JOHN F. KENNEDY PARKWAY, SUITE 200, SHORT HILLS NJ 07078
Terawatt Holdings Gp, Llc 10 percent owner 51 JOHN F. KENNEDY PARKWAY, SUITE 200, SHORT HILLS NJ 07078
Terawatt Holdings, Lp 10 percent owner 51 JOHN F. KENNEDY PARKWAY, SUITE 200, SHORT HILLS NJ 07078
Energy Capital Partners Gp Iii, Lp 10 percent owner 40 BEECHWOOD ROAD, SUMMIT NJ 07901
Energy Capital Partners Iii-b (terawatt Ip), Lp 10 percent owner 51 JOHN F. KENNEDY PARKWAY, SUITE 200, SHORT HILLS NJ 07078
Energy Capital Partners Iii, Llc 10 percent owner 40 BEECHWOOD ROAD, SUMMIT NJ 07901
Dean Ellis officer: Senior Vice President 601 TRAVIS STREET, STE 1400, HOUSTON TX 77002
Sheree M. Petrone officer: Executive Vice President 601 TRAVIS STREET, SUITE 1400, HOUSTON TX 77002
Martin W. Daley officer: Executive Vice President 601 TRAVIS STREET, SUITE 1400, HOUSTON TX 77002
Daniel P. Thompson officer: Executive Vice President 601 TRAVIS STREET, SUITE 1400, HOUSTON TX 77002
Julius Cox officer: Executive Vice President, other: Chief Administrative Officer 77 BEALE STREET, POB 770000, SAN FRANCISCO CA 94177

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