Debt-to-Equity Ratio
Higher than 39% of Consumer Cyclical sector peers
Updated 22h ago
Sector Performance
39th percentileAMZN
0.47x
Sector Median
0.77x
Sector Avg
2.56x
Deep Analysis
The Debt-to-Equity Ratio measures how much a company relies on borrowed money versus shareholder funds; at 0.47x, Amazon uses relatively little debt compared to its equity.
This is well below the sector median of 0.81x, placing it in the 29th percentile among Consumer Cyclical peers, meaning most competitors carry higher leverage. The ratio has been perfectly stable for eight consecutive quarters, with a year-over-year change of +0.0% and a quarter-over-quarter change of +0.0%. A low and unchanging debt level combined with a flat trend suggests minimal financial risk from leverage, but also no recent shift to use debt for growth or returns. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict because while the conservative capital structure reduces bankruptcy risk, the lack of movement offers no clear catalyst for outperformance or concern.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Debt-to-Equity Ratio tell investors about AMZN?
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 AMZN's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compare to its sector?
AMZN's Debt-to-Equity Ratio of 0.47x compares to a Consumer Cyclical sector median of 0.77x, placing it in the 39th percentile.
Who are AMZN's closest peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio?
The closest Consumer Cyclical peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio include: ABNB (0.33x), MELI (0.33x), EVGO (0.32x), COLM (0.30x), SE (0.28x).
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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0.47x
Sector Median
0.77x
Sector Avg
2.56x
How AMZN's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compares to sector peers.
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