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Cerner (Cerner) Degree of Financial Leverage : 0.00 (As of Mar. 2022)


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What is Cerner 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). Cerner's Degree of Financial Leverage for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2022 was 0.00. The higher Degree of Financial Leverage, the more volatile earnings will be.

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

CERN's Degree of Financial Leverage is not ranked *
in the Healthcare Providers & Services industry.
Industry Median: 1.03
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Cerner Degree of Financial Leverage Historical Data

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

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Cerner Degree of Financial Leverage Chart

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Competitive Comparison of Cerner's Degree of Financial Leverage

For the Health Information Services subindustry, Cerner'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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Cerner's Degree of Financial Leverage Distribution in the Healthcare Providers & Services Industry

For the Healthcare Providers & Services industry and Healthcare sector, Cerner's Degree of Financial Leverage distribution charts can be found below:

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Cerner Degree of Financial Leverage Calculation

Cerner's Degree of Financial Leverage for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2022 is calculated as:

Degree of Financial Leverage=% Change in Earnings per Share (Diluted)**/% Change in EBIT
=( 1.99 (Mar. 2022) / 2.62 (Mar. 2021) - 1 )/( 776.86 (Mar. 2022) / 1060.235 (Mar. 2021) - 1 )
=-0.2405/-0.2673
=0.90***

* 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.


Cerner  (NAS:CERN) 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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Cerner (Cerner) Business Description

Traded in Other Exchanges
N/A
Address
2800 Rock creek Parkway, North Kansas City, MO, USA, 64117
Cerner is a leading supplier of healthcare information technology solutions and tech-enabled services. The company is a long-standing market leader in the electronic health record industry, and along with rival Epic Systems corners a majority of the market for acute care EHR within health systems. The company is guided by the mission of the founding partners to provide seamless medical records across all healthcare providers to improve outcomes. Beyond medical records, the company offers a wide range of technology that supports the clinical, financial, and operational needs of healthcare facilities.
Executives
Michael R. Battaglioli officer: VP & Chief Accounting Officer 2800 ROCKCREEK PARKWAY NORTH KANSAS CITY MO 64117
Tracy L Platt officer: Chief Human Resources Officer 2800 ROCKCREEK PARKWAY NORTH KANSAS CITY MO 64117
Nasim Afsarmanesh officer: EVP & Chief Health Officer 2800 ROCK CREEK PARKWAY NORTH KANSAS CITY MO 64117
David T Feinberg director, officer: President and CEO 1299 OCEAN AVENUE, SUITE 1000, SANTA MONICA CA 90401
Daniel Devers officer: EVP & Chief Legal Officer 2800 ROCKCREEK PARKWAY NORTH KANSAS CITY MO 64117
Mark J Erceg officer: Exec. VP & CFO 248 E. SKYLINE DRIVE, WASHINGTON UT 84780
William D Zollars director 10777 BARKLEY, PO BOX 7563, OVERLAND PARK KS 66207-0563
Travis Dalton officer: EVP & Chief Client & Serv. Off 2800 ROCKCREEK PARKWAY NORTH KANSAS CITY MO 64117
John Peterzalek other: President, Cerner South East
Elder Granger director 5176 S. LEWISTON WAY, CENTENNIAL CO 80015
George Andrew Riedel director C/O NORTEL NETWORKS CORPORATION, 8200 DIXIE ROAD, SUITE 100, BRAMPTON A6 L6T 5P6
Bisbee Gerald E Jr director C/O CERNER CORP 2800 ROCKCREEK PARKWAY KANSAS CITY MO 64117-2551
Linda M Dillman director 5221 PRESTWICK NORTH CIRCLE FAYETTEVILLE AR 72704
David Brent Shafer director 2800 ROCKCREEK PARKWAY, NORTH KANSAS CITY MO 64117
Donald Trigg officer: SVP 2800 ROCKCREEK PARKWAY NORTH KANSAS CITY MO 64117

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