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Cheetah Oil & Gas (Cheetah Oil & Gas) Degree of Financial Leverage : 0.00 (As of Jun. 2011)


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What is Cheetah Oil & Gas 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). Cheetah Oil & Gas's Degree of Financial Leverage for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2011 was 0.00. The higher Degree of Financial Leverage, the more volatile earnings will be.

The industry rank for Cheetah Oil & Gas's Degree of Financial Leverage or its related term are showing as below:

COHG's Degree of Financial Leverage is not ranked *
in the Oil & Gas industry.
Industry Median: 1
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Cheetah Oil & Gas Degree of Financial Leverage Historical Data

The historical data trend for Cheetah Oil & Gas's Degree of Financial Leverage can be seen below:

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Competitive Comparison of Cheetah Oil & Gas's Degree of Financial Leverage

For the Oil & Gas E&P subindustry, Cheetah Oil & Gas'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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Cheetah Oil & Gas's Degree of Financial Leverage Distribution in the Oil & Gas Industry

For the Oil & Gas industry and Energy sector, Cheetah Oil & Gas's Degree of Financial Leverage distribution charts can be found below:

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Cheetah Oil & Gas Degree of Financial Leverage Calculation

Cheetah Oil & Gas's Degree of Financial Leverage for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2011 is calculated as:

Degree of Financial Leverage=% Change in Earnings per Share (Diluted)**/% Change in EBIT
=( -0.012 (Jun. 2011) / -0.041 (Jun. 2010) - 1 )/( -0.137 (Jun. 2011) / -0.266 (Jun. 2010) - 1 )
=-0.7073/-0.485
=1.46***

* 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.


Cheetah Oil & Gas  (OTCPK:COHG) 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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Cheetah Oil & Gas (Cheetah Oil & Gas) Business Description

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Address
498 Ellis Street, Second Floor, Penticton, BC, CAN, V2A 4MS
Cheetah Oil & Gas Ltd is an exploration stage oil and gas company which engages in the exploration for petroleum and natural gas.
Executives
Robert Mcallister other: formerCEO #203 - 688 LEQUIME ROAD, KELOWNA A1 V1W 1A4
Donald James Findlay director #30 NEW STREET SE, CALGARY A0 T2G 3X9

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