Burford Capital Limited - Asset Resilience Ratio
Burford Capital Limited (BUR) has an Asset Resilience Ratio of 1.18% as of September 2025. The Asset Resilience Ratio measures the percentage of a company's total assets that are held in liquid form (cash and short-term investments). This metric indicates how well-positioned the company is to handle unexpected financial challenges, economic downturns, or strategic opportunities without requiring external financing. Read BUR liabilities breakdown for a breakdown of total debt and financial obligations.
Liquid Assets
Total Assets
Resilience Assessment
Asset Resilience Ratio Trend (2010–2024)
This chart shows how Burford Capital Limited's Asset Resilience Ratio has changed over time. See Burford Capital Limited net assets for net asset value and shareholders' equity analysis.
Liquid Assets Composition Over Time
This chart breaks down Burford Capital Limited's liquid assets into cash & equivalents and short-term investments, showing how the composition has evolved over time. For market capitalisation and broader financial context, see BUR market cap overview.
Current Liquid Assets Breakdown
| Component | Amount | % of Total Assets |
|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | GBX0.00 | 0% |
| Short-term Investments | GBX79.08 Million | 1.18% |
| Total Liquid Assets | GBX79.08 Million | 1.18% |
Asset Resilience Insights
- Limited Liquidity: Burford Capital Limited maintains only 1.18% of assets in liquid form.
- This low level may indicate efficient asset utilization but could pose risks during economic downturns.
- The company has significant short-term investments, indicating active treasury management.
Burford Capital Limited Industry Peers by Asset Resilience Ratio
Compare Burford Capital Limited's asset resilience ratio with other companies in the same industry.
| Company | Industry | Asset Resilience Ratio |
|---|---|---|
|
BlackRock Technology and Private Equity Term Trust
NYSE:BTX |
Asset Management | 5.59% |
|
Sprott Physical Silver
TO:PSLV |
Asset Management | 99.90% |
|
Groep Brussel Lambert NV
BR:GBLB |
Asset Management | 6.95% |
|
Sprott Physical Gold and Silver Trust
TO:CEF |
Asset Management | 99.91% |
|
Australian Foundation Investment Company Ltd
AU:AFI |
Asset Management | 0.00% |
|
Argo Investments Ltd
AU:ARG |
Asset Management | 0.46% |
|
Norte Grande
SN:NORTEGRAN |
Asset Management | 0.00% |
|
Cuprum
SN:CUPRUM |
Asset Management | 5.84% |
Annual Asset Resilience Ratio for Burford Capital Limited (2010–2024)
The table below shows the annual Asset Resilience Ratio data for Burford Capital Limited.
| Year | Asset Resilience Ratio (%) | Liquid Assets | Total Assets | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-12-31 | 1.28% | GBX79.02 Million ≈ $9.61K |
GBX6.18 Billion ≈ $751.32K |
-0.56pp |
| 2023-12-31 | 1.84% | GBX107.56 Million ≈ $13.09K |
GBX5.84 Billion ≈ $710.24K |
-1.34pp |
| 2022-12-31 | 3.18% | GBX136.36 Million ≈ $16.59K |
GBX4.29 Billion ≈ $521.77K |
-1.79pp |
| 2021-12-31 | 4.97% | GBX175.34 Million ≈ $21.33K |
GBX3.52 Billion ≈ $428.85K |
+4.37pp |
| 2020-12-31 | 0.61% | GBX16.59 Million ≈ $2.02K |
GBX2.73 Billion ≈ $331.95K |
-2.01pp |
| 2019-12-31 | 2.61% | GBX69.33 Million ≈ $8.44K |
GBX2.65 Billion ≈ $322.67K |
+0.83pp |
| 2018-12-31 | 1.79% | GBX41.45 Million ≈ $5.04K |
GBX2.32 Billion ≈ $282.15K |
-0.88pp |
| 2017-12-31 | 2.66% | GBX39.93 Million ≈ $4.86K |
GBX1.50 Billion ≈ $182.43K |
+1.52pp |
| 2016-12-31 | 1.15% | GBX11.10 Million ≈ $1.35K |
GBX968.23 Million ≈ $117.81K |
-22.45pp |
| 2015-12-31 | 23.60% | GBX140.21 Million ≈ $17.06K |
GBX594.11 Million ≈ $72.29K |
+5.60pp |
| 2014-12-31 | 18.00% | GBX95.98 Million ≈ $11.68K |
GBX533.25 Million ≈ $64.88K |
+11.05pp |
| 2013-12-31 | 6.95% | GBX26.15 Million ≈ $3.18K |
GBX376.08 Million ≈ $45.76K |
-38.03pp |
| 2011-12-31 | 44.99% | GBX144.81 Million ≈ $17.62K |
GBX321.88 Million ≈ $39.16K |
-31.30pp |
| 2010-12-31 | 76.29% | GBX230.03 Million ≈ $27.99K |
GBX301.52 Million ≈ $36.69K |
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About Burford Capital Limited
Burford Capital Limited provides legal finance products and services worldwide. The company operates in two segments, Principal Finance, and Asset Management and Other Services. The Principal Finance segment provides capital against the underlying value of high-value single or multiple litigation and arbitration matters at any stage of the process from before filing to after a final judgment has … Read more