Debt-to-Equity Ratio
Higher than 46% of Real Estate sector peers
Updated 1546h ago
Sector Performance
46th percentileAMH
0.74x
Sector Median
0.75x
Sector Avg
1.33x
Deep Analysis
American Homes 4 Rent’s debt-to-equity ratio of 0.74x means that for every dollar of shareholder equity, the company has 74 cents of debt — a measure of financial leverage.
This sits below the Real Estate sector median of 0.79x, placing the company at the 43rd percentile among peers, indicating a slightly more conservative capital structure than the typical sector firm. The year-over-year change, quarter-over-quarter change, and the eight-quarter trend are all reported as N/A, so no directional momentum can be assessed from this data. The combination of a below-median leverage level with no available trend leaves the risk profile moderately low in absolute terms, but also introduces uncertainty about whether leverage is rising or falling. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict because the ratio is within a normal range for the sector, yet the absence of historical movement makes it impossible to identify a clear opportunity or warning.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Debt-to-Equity Ratio tell investors about AMH?
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 AMH's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compare to its sector?
AMH's Debt-to-Equity Ratio of 0.74x compares to a Real Estate sector median of 0.75x, placing it in the 46th percentile.
Who are AMH's closest peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio?
The closest Real Estate peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio include: O (0.76x), REG (0.73x), AVB (0.80x), ARE (0.82x), PLD (0.65x).
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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0.74x
Sector Median
0.75x
Sector Avg
1.33x
How AMH's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compares to sector peers.
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