AMCR Debt-to-Equity Ratio Analysis
Higher than 88% of Consumer Cyclical sector peers
Updated 2789h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
The debt-to-equity ratio measures how much a company relies on borrowed money versus shareholder funds to finance its operations; a higher ratio means more debt relative to equity.
Sector Performance
88th percentileAMCR
1.43x
Sector Median
0.47x
Sector Avg
1.80x
Prior Period
0.02x(May 2026)
Deep Analysis
The debt-to-equity ratio measures how much a company relies on borrowed money versus shareholder funds to finance its operations; a higher ratio means more debt relative to equity.
Amcor’s current ratio of 1.43x is well above the consumer cyclical sector median of 0.74x, placing it in the 74th percentile among peers, indicating higher leverage than most competitors. Trend data is not available: both the year-over-year change and quarter-over-quarter change are listed as “N/A,” and no historical values beyond the current reading exist for the last eight quarters. This combination of a high relative debt level with no observable trend leaves investors unable to assess whether leverage is increasing or decreasing, creating uncertainty. For risk, the elevated ratio suggests greater financial risk if earnings falter, but without trend direction, the opportunity for improvement or deterioration is unclear. The metric’s implied higher risk and lack of trend data do not contradict the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as the ratio neither strongly supports a bullish nor bearish case on its own.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Debt-to-Equity Ratio tell investors about AMCR?
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 AMCR's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compare to its sector?
AMCR's Debt-to-Equity Ratio of 1.43x compares to a Consumer Cyclical sector median of 0.47x, placing it in the 88th percentile.
Who are AMCR's closest peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio?
The closest Consumer Cyclical peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio include: AMZN (0.47x), ROL (0.49x), BOOT (0.59x), CAVA (0.62x), BWA (0.69x).
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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.
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1.43x
Sector Median
0.47x
Sector Avg
1.80x
How AMCR's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compares to sector peers.
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