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BA Debt-to-Equity Ratio Analysis

7.89x

Higher than 100% of Industrials sector peers

Updated 345h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

BA’s debt-to-equity ratio of 7.89x means the company carries $7.89 of debt for every $1 of shareholder equity, a measure of financial leverage.

Sector Performance

100th percentile

7.89x

Sector Median

0.62x

Sector Avg

0.69x

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Deep Analysis

BA’s debt-to-equity ratio of 7.89x means the company carries $7.89 of debt for every $1 of shareholder equity, a measure of financial leverage.

That is far above the Industrials sector median of 0.63x, placing BA in the 100th percentile among its peers, so it is the most leveraged company in the group. The trend is not available: both year-over-year and quarter-over-quarter changes are listed as N/A, and no historical values beyond the current reading exist. With such an extreme leverage level and no trend data to show whether it is rising or falling, the risk profile is elevated but the direction of that risk is unknown. The very high debt load supports caution, but the lack of trend information means this metric alone cannot confirm or deny a near-term improvement. This metric contradicts a more constructive stance, yet it aligns with the overall NEUTRAL verdict because the missing trend leaves the outlook ambiguous rather than clearly negative.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

BA's Debt-to-Equity Ratio of 7.89x compares to a Industrials sector median of 0.62x, placing it in the 100th percentile.

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

The closest Industrials peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio include: PWR (0.63x), ADP (0.63x), ROP (0.61x), RTX (0.56x), CHRW (0.79x).

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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.