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Sigma Designs (Sigma Designs) Degree of Financial Leverage : 0.00 (As of Jan. 2018)


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What is Sigma Designs 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). Sigma Designs's Degree of Financial Leverage for the quarter that ended in Jan. 2018 was 0.00. The higher Degree of Financial Leverage, the more volatile earnings will be.

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

SIGM's Degree of Financial Leverage is not ranked *
in the Semiconductors industry.
Industry Median: 0.98
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Sigma Designs Degree of Financial Leverage Historical Data

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

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Sigma Designs Degree of Financial Leverage Chart

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Competitive Comparison of Sigma Designs's Degree of Financial Leverage

For the Semiconductors subindustry, Sigma Designs'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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Sigma Designs's Degree of Financial Leverage Distribution in the Semiconductors Industry

For the Semiconductors industry and Technology sector, Sigma Designs's Degree of Financial Leverage distribution charts can be found below:

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Sigma Designs Degree of Financial Leverage Calculation

Sigma Designs's Degree of Financial Leverage for the quarter that ended in Jan. 2018 is calculated as:

Degree of Financial Leverage=% Change in Earnings per Share (Diluted)**/% Change in EBIT
=( -3.12 (Jan. 2018) / -0.49 (Jan. 2017) - 1 )/( -57.67 (Jan. 2018) / -25.947 (Jan. 2017) - 1 )
=5.3673/1.2226
=4.39***

* 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.


Sigma Designs  (OTCPK:SIGM) 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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Sigma Designs (Sigma Designs) Business Description

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Address
47467 Fremont Boulevard, Fremont, CA, USA, 94538
Sigma Designs Incorporated is a global integrated semiconductor solutions provider offering media platforms for use in the home entertainment and home control markets. Semiconductors are manufactured and developed by Sigma Designs for end-product manufacturers, original equipment manufacturers, and original design manufacturers. Revenue for the semiconductor company is also derived from technology licenses, software development kits, engineering support services, and engineering development. Target markets for Sigma Designs include Smart TV, Media Connectivity, Set-Top Box, and Internet of Things Devices. Products are offered worldwide through multiple channels, including direct sales force, manufacturer representative, and independent distributors.
Executives
George Soros 10 percent owner C/O SOROS FUND MANAGEMENT LLC, 250 WEST 55TH STREET, FLOOR 29, NEW YORK NY 10019
Soros Fund Management Llc 10 percent owner 250 WEST 55TH STREET, FLOOR 29, NEW YORK NY 10019
Robert Soros 10 percent owner C/O SOROS FUND MANAGEMENT LLC, 250 WEST 55TH STREET, FLOOR 38, NEW YORK NY 10019
Saleel Awsare director C/O SIGMA DESIGN, INC., 47467 FREMONT BLVD., FREMONT CA 94538
Pete Thompson director 1778 MCCARTHY BLVD, MILPITAS CA 95035
J Michael Dodson director 1220 N. SIMON CIRCLE, ANAHEIM CA 92806
Elias Nader officer: Chief Financial Officer 1778 MCCARTHY BLVD., C/O SIGMA DESIGNS, INC., MILPITAS CA 95035
Tor Braham director C/O NETAPP, 495 E. JAVA DRIVE, SUNNYVALE CA 94089
Mark J Bonney director 2711 N. HASKELL AVENUE, SUITE 2300, DALLAS TX 74204
Eric Singer director 323 SUNNY ISLES BLVD., SUITE 700, SUNNY ISLES BEACH FL 33160
Patrick Little director 2100 LOGIC DRIVE SAN JOSE CA 95124
Maury Austin director 955 EAST ARQUES AVENUE, SUNNYVALE CA 94085-4521