ADINEUTRAL

ADI Debt-to-Equity Ratio Analysis

0.26x

Higher than 52% of Technology sector peers

Updated 3029h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

The debt-to-equity ratio measures how much a company funds its operations with debt versus shareholder equity; a ratio of 0.26x means Analog Devices has $0.26 of debt for every $1 of equity, indicating low financial leverage.

Sector Performance

52th percentile

ADI

0.26x

Sector Median

0.20x

Sector Avg

0.28x

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Deep Analysis

This is below the Technology sector median of 0.34x, placing ADI in the 35th percentile among peers, meaning it carries less debt than most comparable companies. The metric has been perfectly stable over the past eight quarters, with no change year-over-year (+0.0%) or quarter-over-quarter (+0.0%). A low and unchanging debt level suggests minimal risk of financial distress and no recent shift in capital structure, which reduces downside risk for investors but also indicates no opportunistic borrowing for growth. This combination of a below-median ratio and steady trend supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict — the low leverage offers safety but does not signal a catalyst for outperformance.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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 ADI's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compare to its sector?

ADI's Debt-to-Equity Ratio of 0.26x compares to a Technology sector median of 0.20x, placing it in the 52th percentile.

Who are ADI'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.