Rio Tinto PLC (RIO) - Total Liabilities
Based on the latest financial reports, Rio Tinto PLC (RIO) has total liabilities worth GBX58.84 Billion GBX (≈ $7.16 Million USD) as of June 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. Explore RIO strategic capital deployment ratio to see how much of total assets are deployed in long-term investments.
Rio Tinto PLC - Total Liabilities Trend (1985–2024)
This chart illustrates how Rio Tinto PLC's total liabilities have evolved over time, based on quarterly financial data. For the complete balance sheet picture, see how large is Rio Tinto PLC's balance sheet.
Rio Tinto PLC Competitors by Total Liabilities
The table below lists competitors of Rio Tinto PLC ranked by their total liabilities.
| Company | Country | Total Liabilities |
|---|---|---|
|
Suzhou New District Hi Tech Industrial Co Ltd
SHG:600736
|
China | CN¥59.74 Billion |
|
Nusantara Sawit Sejahtera
JK:NSSS
|
Indonesia | Rp2.26 Trillion |
|
Aavas Financiers Limited
NSE:AAVAS
|
India | Rs161.62 Billion |
|
Marten Transport Ltd
NASDAQ:MRTN
|
USA | $189.52 Million |
|
Oriental Holdings Bhd
KLSE:4006
|
Malaysia | RM4.19 Billion |
|
Platinum Asset Management Ltd
AU:PTM
|
Australia | AU$37.54 Million |
|
Gosuncn Technology Group Co Ltd Class A
SHE:300098
|
China | CN¥2.29 Billion |
|
British American Tobacco PLC
LSE:BATS
|
UK | GBX59.79 Billion |
Liability Composition Analysis (1985–2024)
This chart breaks down Rio Tinto 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. See RIO net asset quality index to measure how much of total assets are equity-financed.
Liquidity & Leverage Metrics
Key Metrics Explained
| Metric | Value | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Current Ratio | 1.53 | 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 | 1.01 | Measures financial leverage (Total Liabilities ÷ Shareholder Equity) |
| Debt to Assets | 0.49 | 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 Rio Tinto PLC's debt structure has evolved. The comparison includes total liabilities, long-term debt, and current liabilities.
Annual Total Liabilities for Rio Tinto PLC (1985–2024)
The table below shows the annual total liabilities of Rio Tinto PLC from 1985 to 2024.
| Year | Total Liabilities | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-12-31 | GBX44.82 Billion ≈ $5.45 Million |
-5.06% |
| 2023-12-31 | GBX47.21 Billion ≈ $5.74 Million |
+6.16% |
| 2022-12-31 | GBX44.47 Billion ≈ $5.41 Million |
-3.96% |
| 2021-12-31 | GBX46.31 Billion ≈ $5.63 Million |
+1.80% |
| 2020-12-31 | GBX45.49 Billion ≈ $5.53 Million |
+6.88% |
| 2019-12-31 | GBX42.56 Billion ≈ $5.18 Million |
+3.49% |
| 2018-12-31 | GBX41.13 Billion ≈ $5.00 Million |
-7.81% |
| 2017-12-31 | GBX44.61 Billion ≈ $5.43 Million |
+2.48% |
| 2016-12-31 | GBX43.53 Billion ≈ $5.30 Million |
-8.23% |
| 2015-12-31 | GBX47.44 Billion ≈ $5.77 Million |
-10.89% |
| 2014-12-31 | GBX53.23 Billion ≈ $6.48 Million |
-7.46% |
| 2013-12-31 | GBX57.52 Billion ≈ $7.00 Million |
-3.41% |
| 2012-12-31 | GBX59.55 Billion ≈ $7.25 Million |
-1.30% |
| 2011-12-31 | GBX60.34 Billion ≈ $7.34 Million |
+28.03% |
| 2010-12-31 | GBX47.13 Billion ≈ $5.73 Million |
-8.15% |
| 2009-12-31 | GBX51.31 Billion ≈ $6.24 Million |
-23.59% |
| 2008-12-31 | GBX67.16 Billion ≈ $8.17 Million |
-10.22% |
| 2007-12-31 | GBX74.80 Billion ≈ $9.10 Million |
+395.06% |
| 2006-12-31 | GBX15.11 Billion ≈ $1.84 Million |
+7.43% |
| 2005-12-31 | GBX14.06 Billion ≈ $1.71 Million |
+2.53% |
| 2004-12-31 | GBX13.72 Billion ≈ $1.67 Million |
+5.18% |
| 2003-12-31 | GBX13.04 Billion ≈ $1.59 Million |
+8.95% |
| 2002-12-31 | GBX11.97 Billion ≈ $1.46 Million |
+3.07% |
| 2001-12-31 | GBX11.61 Billion ≈ $1.41 Million |
-30.76% |
| 2000-12-31 | GBX16.77 Billion ≈ $2.04 Million |
+32.80% |
| 1999-12-31 | GBX12.63 Billion ≈ $1.54 Million |
-17.23% |
| 1998-12-31 | GBX15.26 Billion ≈ $1.86 Million |
+7.48% |
| 1997-12-31 | GBX14.20 Billion ≈ $1.73 Million |
+56.79% |
| 1996-12-31 | GBX9.05 Billion ≈ $1.10 Million |
+12.88% |
| 1995-12-31 | GBX8.02 Billion ≈ $975.95K |
+78.46% |
| 1994-12-31 | GBX4.49 Billion ≈ $546.89K |
+14.15% |
| 1993-12-31 | GBX3.94 Billion ≈ $479.10K |
-18.00% |
| 1992-12-31 | GBX4.80 Billion ≈ $584.25K |
-11.66% |
| 1991-12-31 | GBX5.44 Billion ≈ $661.38K |
-7.73% |
| 1990-12-31 | GBX5.89 Billion ≈ $716.76K |
-15.60% |
| 1989-12-31 | GBX6.98 Billion ≈ $849.28K |
+77.53% |
| 1988-12-31 | GBX3.93 Billion ≈ $478.39K |
+0.91% |
| 1987-12-31 | GBX3.90 Billion ≈ $474.10K |
+17.31% |
| 1986-12-31 | GBX3.32 Billion ≈ $404.14K |
+18.94% |
| 1985-12-31 | GBX2.79 Billion ≈ $339.79K |
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About Rio Tinto PLC
Rio Tinto Group engages in exploring, mining, and processing mineral resources worldwide. The company operates through Iron Ore, Aluminium, Copper, and Minerals Segments. The Iron Ore segment engages in the iron ore mining, and salt and gypsum production in Western Australia. The Aluminum segment is involved in bauxite mining; and alumina refining, smelting, and recycling. The Copper segment enga… Read more