BAE Systems plc (BA) - Total Liabilities
Based on the latest financial reports, BAE Systems plc (BA) has total liabilities worth GBX25.74 Billion GBX (≈ $3.13 Million USD) as of December 2025. Total liabilities represent everything the company owes to external parties, combining both current liabilities—like accounts payable, short-term debt, and accrued expenses—and non-current liabilities such as long-term debt, pension obligations, lease liabilities, and deferred tax liabilities. Also explore BA shareholders equity momentum to track the company's year-over-year net asset growth rate.
BAE Systems plc - Total Liabilities Trend (1985–2025)
This chart illustrates how BAE Systems plc's total liabilities have evolved over time, based on quarterly financial data. See free cash flow generation of BAE Systems plc to measure how efficiently the company converts operating cash flow to free cash.
BAE Systems plc Competitors by Total Liabilities
The table below lists competitors of BAE Systems plc ranked by their total liabilities.
| Company | Country | Total Liabilities |
|---|---|---|
|
NorthIsle Copper and Gold Inc
V:NCX
|
Canada | CA$5.30 Million |
|
Shenyang Blue Silver Ind Auto
SHE:300293
|
China | CN¥1.05 Billion |
|
Zhejiang Grandwall Electric Science&Technology Co Ltd Class A
SHG:603897
|
China | CN¥4.23 Billion |
|
GurSel Turizm Tasimacilik Ve Servis Ticaret AS
IS:GRSEL
|
Turkey | TL4.69 Billion |
|
Redtape Limited
NSE:REDTAPE
|
India | Rs14.33 Billion |
|
Cantaloupe Inc
NASDAQ:CTLP
|
USA | $126.77 Million |
|
Nanjing Cosmos Chemical Co Ltd
SHE:300856
|
China | CN¥1.14 Billion |
|
Anhui Estone Materials Technology Co Ltd
SHG:688733
|
China | CN¥1.29 Billion |
Liability Composition Analysis (1985–2025)
This chart breaks down BAE Systems plc's total liabilities into key components over time: long-term debt, short-term debt, other current liabilities, and other non-current liabilities. Toggle between absolute values and percentage view to see how the composition has shifted. For the full company profile including market capitalisation, see BA stock market capitalisation.
Liquidity & Leverage Metrics
Key Metrics Explained
| Metric | Value | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Current Ratio | 0.99 | Measures ability to pay short-term obligations (Current Assets ÷ Current Liabilities) |
| Quick Ratio | N/A | More stringent measure of short-term liquidity ((Current Assets - Inventory) ÷ Current Liabilities) |
| Cash Ratio | N/A | Most conservative liquidity measure (Cash & Equivalents ÷ Current Liabilities) |
| Debt to Equity | 2.18 | Measures financial leverage (Total Liabilities ÷ Shareholder Equity) |
| Debt to Assets | 0.68 | Portion of assets financed with debt (Total Liabilities ÷ Total Assets) |
Liability Trends Comparison
This chart compares key liability metrics across different time periods, showing how BAE Systems plc's debt structure has evolved. The comparison includes total liabilities, long-term debt, and current liabilities.
Annual Total Liabilities for BAE Systems plc (1985–2025)
The table below shows the annual total liabilities of BAE Systems plc from 1985 to 2025.
| Year | Total Liabilities | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | GBX25.74 Billion ≈ $3.13 Million |
-2.36% |
| 2024-12-31 | GBX26.36 Billion ≈ $3.21 Million |
+23.54% |
| 2023-12-31 | GBX21.34 Billion ≈ $2.60 Million |
+11.98% |
| 2022-12-31 | GBX19.06 Billion ≈ $2.32 Million |
+2.13% |
| 2021-12-31 | GBX18.66 Billion ≈ $2.27 Million |
-16.49% |
| 2020-12-31 | GBX22.34 Billion ≈ $2.72 Million |
+11.71% |
| 2019-12-31 | GBX20.00 Billion ≈ $2.43 Million |
+4.57% |
| 2018-12-31 | GBX19.13 Billion ≈ $2.33 Million |
+4.63% |
| 2017-12-31 | GBX18.28 Billion ≈ $2.22 Million |
-6.30% |
| 2016-12-31 | GBX19.51 Billion ≈ $2.37 Million |
+14.23% |
| 2015-12-31 | GBX17.08 Billion ≈ $2.08 Million |
-4.63% |
| 2014-12-31 | GBX17.91 Billion ≈ $2.18 Million |
+10.13% |
| 2013-12-31 | GBX16.26 Billion ≈ $1.98 Million |
-12.09% |
| 2012-12-31 | GBX18.50 Billion ≈ $2.25 Million |
-1.61% |
| 2011-12-31 | GBX18.80 Billion ≈ $2.29 Million |
+0.94% |
| 2010-12-31 | GBX18.63 Billion ≈ $2.27 Million |
-10.56% |
| 2009-12-31 | GBX20.83 Billion ≈ $2.53 Million |
+13.27% |
| 2008-12-31 | GBX18.39 Billion ≈ $2.24 Million |
+28.95% |
| 2007-12-31 | GBX14.26 Billion ≈ $1.73 Million |
+1.75% |
| 2006-12-31 | GBX14.01 Billion ≈ $1.70 Million |
-19.61% |
| 2005-12-31 | GBX17.43 Billion ≈ $2.12 Million |
+28.20% |
| 2004-12-31 | GBX13.60 Billion ≈ $1.65 Million |
+39.37% |
| 2003-12-31 | GBX9.76 Billion ≈ $1.19 Million |
-1.53% |
| 2002-12-31 | GBX9.91 Billion ≈ $1.21 Million |
-6.07% |
| 2001-12-31 | GBX10.55 Billion ≈ $1.28 Million |
+2.43% |
| 2000-12-31 | GBX10.30 Billion ≈ $1.25 Million |
+3.09% |
| 1999-12-31 | GBX9.99 Billion ≈ $1.22 Million |
+42.21% |
| 1998-12-31 | GBX7.02 Billion ≈ $854.62K |
+10.30% |
| 1997-12-31 | GBX6.37 Billion ≈ $774.80K |
+5.80% |
| 1996-12-31 | GBX6.02 Billion ≈ $732.34K |
-10.24% |
| 1995-12-31 | GBX6.71 Billion ≈ $815.93K |
-3.97% |
| 1994-12-31 | GBX6.98 Billion ≈ $849.63K |
-24.79% |
| 1993-12-31 | GBX9.29 Billion ≈ $1.13 Million |
+4.75% |
| 1992-12-31 | GBX8.86 Billion ≈ $1.08 Million |
+23.04% |
| 1991-12-31 | GBX7.20 Billion ≈ $876.52K |
+11.95% |
| 1990-12-31 | GBX6.43 Billion ≈ $782.95K |
-3.61% |
| 1989-12-31 | GBX6.68 Billion ≈ $812.28K |
+52.42% |
| 1988-12-31 | GBX4.38 Billion ≈ $532.92K |
+32.33% |
| 1987-12-31 | GBX3.31 Billion ≈ $402.73K |
+60.95% |
| 1986-12-31 | GBX2.06 Billion ≈ $250.23K |
+32.22% |
| 1985-12-31 | GBX1.56 Billion ≈ $189.25K |
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About BAE Systems plc
BAE Systems plc provides defense, aerospace, and security solutions in the United States, the United Kingdom, the Middle East, Australia, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Europe, and internationally. The company operates through five segments: Electronic Systems, Platforms & Services, Air, Maritime, and Cyber & Intelligence. The Electronic Systems segment offers electronic warfare systems, navigation sys… Read more