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BABA Debt-to-Equity Ratio Analysis

0.25x

Higher than 29% of Consumer Cyclical sector peers

Updated 49h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

The debt-to-equity ratio measures how much debt a company uses relative to its shareholders' equity.

Sector Performance

29th percentile

BABA

0.25x

Sector Median

0.47x

Sector Avg

1.52x

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Deep Analysis

The debt-to-equity ratio measures how much debt a company uses relative to its shareholders' equity.

At 0.25x, BABA has $0.25 of debt for every $1 of equity, indicating a low reliance on borrowing. This is well below the Consumer Cyclical sector median of 0.47x, placing BABA in the 29th percentile among peers, meaning 71% of sector companies carry more debt. The year-over-year change and quarter-over-quarter change are both N/A, and no trend over the last eight quarters is available—so there is no directional data to assess. Because the metric is both low and lacks a trend, it implies a stable, conservative capital structure that poses limited leverage risk, but also offers no immediate sign of growth or change. This measured level of debt neither raises nor lowers concerns, which aligns with the overall NEUTRAL verdict by failing to provide a compelling reason to be bullish or bearish.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

BABA's Debt-to-Equity Ratio of 0.25x compares to a Consumer Cyclical sector median of 0.47x, placing it in the 29th percentile.

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

The closest Consumer Cyclical peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio include: BBY (0.38x), PHM (0.18x), LI (0.14x), YETI (0.11x), TSLA (0.11x).

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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.