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ANF Debt-to-Equity Ratio Analysis

0.96x

Higher than 73% of Consumer Cyclical sector peers

Updated 2123h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

Abercrombie & Fitch's debt-to-equity ratio of 0.96x means the company has roughly $0.96 of debt for every $1.00 of shareholders' equity—a measure of how much the business is financed by borrowing versus its own money.

Sector Performance

73th percentile

ANF

0.96x

Sector Median

0.47x

Sector Avg

1.84x

Prior Period

0.83x(May 2026)

↓ Declining

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Deep Analysis

Compared to its Consumer Cyclical sector peers, this ratio is above the sector median of 0.74x, placing ANF in the 56th percentile (meaning it has higher leverage than 56% of comparable companies). No year-over-year or quarter-over-quarter changes are available, and there is no trend data from the last eight quarters, so the direction of this metric cannot be assessed. The combination of a moderately elevated debt level (above the median) with no trend information makes it unclear whether leverage is improving or deteriorating, leaving the risk profile neutral for now. This metric neither reinforces nor contradicts the overall NEUTRAL verdict—it simply indicates that ANF carries more debt than many peers, but without a visible trend, no strong case for either opportunity or concern emerges.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

ANF's Debt-to-Equity Ratio of 0.96x compares to a Consumer Cyclical sector median of 0.47x, placing it in the 73th percentile.

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

The closest Consumer Cyclical peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio include: SKX (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.