BSX Debt-to-Equity Ratio Analysis
Updated 245h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
A company’s debt-to-equity ratio compares its total liabilities to shareholders’ equity, so BSX’s current 0.42x means it uses less debt relative to equity — a conservative financial structure.
Sector Performance
29th percentileBSX
0.42x
Sector Median
0.74x
Sector Avg
2.51x
Prior Period
0.43x(May 2026)
Deep Analysis
A company’s debt-to-equity ratio compares its total liabilities to shareholders’ equity, so BSX’s current 0.42x means it uses less debt relative to equity — a conservative financial structure.
This sits well below the sector median of 0.73x, placing BSX in the 29th percentile among peers, indicating it carries less leverage than the typical sector company. The metric shows no trend information because the year-over-year and quarter-over-quarter changes are both listed as N/A, and the only historical value provided is the current 0.42x. The combination of a low debt level with no observable trend suggests the company is maintaining a low-risk capital structure, but without directional data, you cannot assess whether it is improving or deteriorating. Because the debt-to-equity ratio is below the sector median and implies lower financial risk, it supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict — the ratio is favorable but not a standout reason to change the rating in either direction.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Debt-to-Equity Ratio tell investors about BSX?
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 BSX'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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0.42x
Sector Median
0.74x
Sector Avg
2.51x
How BSX's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compares to sector peers.
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