AWK Debt-to-Equity Ratio Analysis
Updated 201h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
The Debt-to-Equity Ratio of 1.42x means that for every dollar of shareholders' equity, AWK has $1.42 in debt — a measure of how much the company relies on borrowing versus its own capital.
Sector Performance
74th percentileAWK
1.37x
Sector Median
0.74x
Sector Avg
2.51x
Prior Period
1.42x(Jul 2026)
Deep Analysis
The Debt-to-Equity Ratio of 1.42x means that for every dollar of shareholders' equity, AWK has $1.42 in debt — a measure of how much the company relies on borrowing versus its own capital.
This is slightly below the Utilities sector median of 1.47x, placing AWK in the 45th percentile among peers, meaning it uses less leverage than most companies in the sector. Trend data are N/A, with no year-over-year or quarter-over-quarter change available, so we cannot assess whether leverage is rising or falling. Given that the current level is close to the sector median and no trend is observed, the metric implies neither elevated risk nor clear opportunity from a leverage perspective. This aligns with the overall NEUTRAL verdict — the Debt-to-Equity Ratio neither strengthens nor weakens the case for the stock, as it is in line with sector norms and lacks directional movement.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Debt-to-Equity Ratio tell investors about AWK?
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.
Who are AWK's closest peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio?
The closest peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio include: TAP (0.76x), PCAR (0.72x), O (0.78x), PRU (0.78x), KIM (0.85x).
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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.
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1.37x
Sector Median
0.74x
Sector Avg
2.51x
How AWK's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compares to sector peers.
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