Debt-to-Equity Ratio
Higher than 94% of Technology sector peers
Updated 1079h ago
Sector Performance
94th percentileAFRM
2.36x
Sector Median
0.27x
Sector Avg
0.43x
Deep Analysis
Affirm’s current Debt-to-Equity ratio of 2.36x means that for every dollar of shareholder equity, the company carries $2.36 in debt — a measure of financial leverage that shows how aggressively the firm uses borrowed money.
This is far above the Technology sector median of 0.29x, placing Affirm in the 97th percentile among its peers, indicating much higher debt usage than the vast majority of comparable companies. The trend data is not available: both the year-over-year and quarter-over-quarter changes are listed as N/A, and the only historical value provided is the current 2.36x, so no directional trend can be assessed. The combination of a very high debt load with no trend information means investors face elevated financial risk from leverage, but without a trend, it is impossible to tell whether the company is increasing or reducing that risk. This metric contradicts the overall NEUTRAL verdict because the extreme debt level, relative to the sector, suggests a higher-risk profile that would typically warrant a cautious or bearish stance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Debt-to-Equity Ratio tell investors about AFRM?
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 AFRM's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compare to its sector?
AFRM's Debt-to-Equity Ratio of 2.36x compares to a Technology sector median of 0.27x, placing it in the 94th percentile.
Who are AFRM's closest peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio?
The closest Technology peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio include: ACLS (0.04x), DIOD (0.03x), PLTR (0.03x), FORM (0.02x), AMBA (0.02x).
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.
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2.36x
Sector Median
0.27x
Sector Avg
0.43x
How AFRM's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compares to sector peers.
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