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AMP Debt-to-Equity Ratio Analysis

0.53x

Higher than 56% of Financial Services sector peers

Updated 2914h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

The Debt-to-Equity ratio of 0.53x means Ameriprise has 53 cents of debt for every dollar of shareholder equity — a lower number signals less reliance on borrowed money.

Sector Performance

56th percentile

AMP

0.53x

Sector Median

0.46x

Sector Avg

0.94x

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Deep Analysis

The Debt-to-Equity ratio of 0.53x means Ameriprise has 53 cents of debt for every dollar of shareholder equity — a lower number signals less reliance on borrowed money.

This ratio sits below the Financial Services sector median of 0.63x, placing the company at the 41st percentile, so 59% of peers carry less debt relative to equity. Trend information is unavailable: both the year-over-year change and the quarter-over-quarter change are marked as N/A, providing no insight into whether borrowing has increased or decreased recently. The combination of a below-median leverage

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

AMP's Debt-to-Equity Ratio of 0.53x compares to a Financial Services sector median of 0.46x, placing it in the 56th percentile.

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

The closest Financial Services peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio include: HSBC (0.52x), AIZ (0.38x), RJF (0.35x), AFL (0.35x), SOFI (0.30x).

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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.