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ARE Debt-to-Equity Ratio Analysis

0.82x

Higher than 75% of Real Estate sector peers

Updated 2985h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

The debt-to-equity ratio of 0.82x means that for every dollar of shareholder equity, the company has $0.82 of debt, indicating a balanced capital structure.

Sector Performance

75th percentile

ARE

0.82x

Sector Median

0.80x

Sector Avg

3.09x

Prior Period

0.80x(Apr 2026)

↓ Declining

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Deep Analysis

The debt-to-equity ratio of 0.82x means that for every dollar of shareholder equity, the company has $0.82 of debt, indicating a balanced capital structure.

This is slightly above the Real Estate sector median of 0.81x, placing ARE in the 62nd percentile among peers, meaning it uses marginally more debt than the typical sector company. The ratio has been exactly 0.82x for each of the last eight quarters, with no change year-over-year (YoY +0.0%) or quarter-over-quarter (QoQ +0.0%), reflecting a stable trend. A stable debt level near the sector median suggests no immediate increase in financial risk, but also no leveraging advantage relative to peers. This combination supports a cautious view: the metric is not alarming, yet it offers no upside catalyst from debt management. The stable, average-leverage position aligns with the overall CAUTIOUS verdict, as it does not signal either strength or weakness.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

ARE's Debt-to-Equity Ratio of 0.82x compares to a Real Estate sector median of 0.80x, placing it in the 75th percentile.

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

The closest Real Estate peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio include: AVB (0.80x), AMH (0.74x), REG (0.73x), AMT (12.36x).

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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.