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BHP Debt-to-Equity Ratio Analysis

0.56x

Higher than 82% of Basic Materials sector peers

Updated 395h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

A debt-to-equity ratio of 0.56x means BHP carries $0.56 of debt for every $1.00 of shareholder equity.

Sector Performance

82th percentile

BHP

0.56x

Sector Median

0.09x

Sector Avg

0.27x

Prior Period

0.63x(May 2026)

↑ Improving

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Deep Analysis

A debt-to-equity ratio of 0.56x means BHP carries $0.56 of debt for every $1.00 of shareholder equity.

That is well above the sector median of 0.10x, placing BHP in the 80th percentile among Basic Materials peers, so its leverage is higher than most comparable companies. The metric is marked N/A for both year-over-year and quarter-over-quarter changes, so there is no reported trend to confirm whether leverage is rising or falling. The high current level, combined with no trend data, signals that BHP carries more financial risk than its sector peers, but the absence of movement leaves the trajectory undefined. This supports the overall CAUTIOUS verdict directly because a leverage ratio elevated versus the sector median warrants caution even without a negative trend.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

BHP's Debt-to-Equity Ratio of 0.56x compares to a Basic Materials sector median of 0.09x, placing it in the 82th percentile.

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

The closest Basic Materials peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio include: KGC (0.08x), RGLD (0.08x), PAAS (0.10x), CDE (0.07x), AG (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.