BRNEUTRAL

Debt-to-Equity Ratio

1.21x

Higher than 83% of Technology sector peers

Updated 18h ago

Sector Performance

83th percentile

BR

1.21x

Sector Median

0.29x

Sector Avg

0.67x

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Deep Analysis

The debt-to-equity ratio, a measure of how much a company relies on borrowed money versus shareholder capital, stands at 1.21x for Broadridge Financial Solutions.

This means the company uses $1.21 of debt for every $1 of equity, indicating a leveraged balance sheet. Compared to the Technology sector median of 0.29x, Broadridge’s ratio is much higher, placing it in the 83rd percentile among peers. The metric has been perfectly stable over the last eight quarters, with year-over-year and quarter-over-quarter changes of +0.0%. The combination of a high debt level and zero movement suggests ongoing leverage risk but without deterioration, implying a balanced risk profile. This stability supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as the elevated ratio is a concern but the lack of change prevents it from being a decisive positive or negative factor.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

BR's Debt-to-Equity Ratio of 1.21x compares to a Technology sector median of 0.29x, placing it in the 83th percentile.

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

The closest Technology peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio include: PCTY (0.11x), NVDA (0.07x), SQ (0.07x), OKTA (0.06x), AMD (0.06x).

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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BR

1.21x

Sector Median

0.29x

Sector Avg

0.67x

How BR's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compares to sector peers.

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