Debt-to-Equity Ratio
Higher than 81% of Industrials sector peers
Updated 152h ago
Sector Performance
81th percentileAVY
1.65x
Sector Median
0.72x
Sector Avg
0.79x
Deep Analysis
Avery Dennison’s Debt-to-Equity Ratio of 1.65x means the company uses $1.65 of debt financing for every $1 of shareholder equity — indicating a higher reliance on borrowed money to fund operations.
This is well above the Industrials sector median of 0.79x, placing AVY in the 82nd percentile among its peers. No year-over-year or quarter-over-quarter data is available, so the recent trend cannot be assessed. The combination of a high leverage level with no trend information suggests elevated financial risk relative to the sector, but without a clear direction, the risk is static rather than accelerating. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict: the elevated debt ratio signals caution and does not present an obvious opportunity, yet the absence of a deteriorating trend prevents a bearish stance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Debt-to-Equity Ratio tell investors about AVY?
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 AVY's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compare to its sector?
AVY's Debt-to-Equity Ratio of 1.65x compares to a Industrials sector median of 0.72x, placing it in the 81th percentile.
Who are AVY's closest peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio?
The closest Industrials peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio include: PWR (0.65x), CHRW (0.79x), ADP (0.63x), RTX (0.56x), ROP (0.56x).
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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1.65x
Sector Median
0.72x
Sector Avg
0.79x
How AVY's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compares to sector peers.
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