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AVB Debt-to-Equity Ratio Analysis

0.80x

Higher than 50% of Real Estate sector peers

Updated 3033h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

AvalonBay's debt-to-equity ratio of 0.80x means the company uses $0.80 of debt for every $1.00 of shareholders' equity, a measure of how much leverage it carries.

Sector Performance

50th percentile

AVB

0.80x

Sector Median

0.80x

Sector Avg

3.09x

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Deep Analysis

AvalonBay's debt-to-equity ratio of 0.80x means the company uses $0.80 of debt for every $1.00 of shareholders' equity, a measure of how much leverage it carries.

This ratio is slightly above the Real Estate sector median of 0.79x, placing it in the 57th percentile among peers — meaning a bit more debt than about half of comparable firms. Trend data is not available: the year-over-year change, quarter-over-quarter change, and last 8 quarters of history are all listed as N/A, so no directional pattern can be assessed. Without a trend, the current level alone offers a limited risk lens; the moderate leverage compared to the sector median suggests neither an elevated borrowing burden nor a conservative stance. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as the debt-to-equity ratio is close to the sector median and lacks the trend information to indicate a clear advantage or concern.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

AVB's Debt-to-Equity Ratio of 0.80x compares to a Real Estate sector median of 0.80x, placing it in the 50th percentile.

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

The closest Real Estate peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio include: ARE (0.82x), 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.