Firms that have high leverage ratios have a lower probability of experiencing financial distress because they have a known fixed- interest expense to pay regardless of market conditions.

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Firms with high leverage ratios have higher interest expenses, which can become a burden in times of economic downturns or rising interest rates. This increases the probability of financial distress.

Firms That Have High Leverage Ratios Have a Lower Probability