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ACN Debt-to-Equity Ratio Analysis

0.27x

Higher than 54% of Technology sector peers

Updated 3029h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

Accenture's debt-to-equity (D/E) ratio of 0.27x means the company uses 27 cents of debt for every dollar of shareholders' equity, indicating a low reliance on borrowing relative to its own funds.

Sector Performance

54th percentile

ACN

0.27x

Sector Median

0.20x

Sector Avg

0.28x

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Deep Analysis

Accenture's debt-to-equity (D/E) ratio of 0.27x means the company uses 27 cents of debt for every dollar of shareholders' equity, indicating a low reliance on borrowing relative to its own funds.

This places Accenture exactly at the sector median of 0.27x and in the 50th percentile among technology peers, meaning its leverage is perfectly average within the group. No trend data is available because the year-over-year change and quarter-over-quarter change are both reported as "N/A," so no directional insight can be drawn from the metric's movement. The combination of an average level and no observable trend offers neither a clear risk flag nor a distinct opportunity, leaving the investment implication neutral. This metric directly supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as it shows Accenture carries neither a leverage advantage nor a vulnerability versus its sector peers.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Debt-to-Equity Ratio tell investors about ACN?

Shows how much a company is financing its operations through debt vs shareholder funds. High D/E can amplify returns — and losses.

How is the Debt-to-Equity Ratio calculated?

Debt-to-Equity Ratio is calculated as: Total Debt / Shareholders' Equity.

How does ACN's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compare to its sector?

ACN's Debt-to-Equity Ratio of 0.27x compares to a Technology sector median of 0.20x, placing it in the 54th percentile.

Who are ACN's closest peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio?

The closest Technology peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio include: GLOB (0.17x), TSM (0.15x), GRAB (0.30x), NVDA (0.04x), PTC (0.41x).

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The Formula

Total Debt / Shareholders' Equity

Why It Matters

Shows how much a company is financing its operations through debt vs shareholder funds. High D/E can amplify returns — and losses.