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BTI Debt-to-Equity Ratio Analysis

0.72x

Higher than 71% of Consumer Defensive sector peers

Updated 2175h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

The debt-to-equity ratio compares a company’s total debt to its shareholders’ equity, measuring how much it relies on borrowed money.

Sector Performance

71th percentile

BTI

0.72x

Sector Median

0.49x

Sector Avg

-1.30x

Prior Period

0.73x(May 2026)

↑ Improving

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Deep Analysis

The debt-to-equity ratio compares a company’s total debt to its shareholders’ equity, measuring how much it relies on borrowed money.

BTI’s current ratio of 0.72x means it uses $0.72 of debt for every $1 of equity — a moderate level of financial leverage. Among Consumer Defensive peers, this is higher than the sector median of 0.68x, placing BTI in the 67th percentile, meaning it carries more debt than about two-thirds of comparable firms. The year-over-year change is not available, but the quarter-over-quarter change of -1.4% shows a slight reduction in leverage from the prior quarter’s 0.73x. The combination of a ratio marginally above the sector median and a declining trend suggests manageable debt levels that are improving, which reduces short-term refinancing risk without signaling aggressive deleveraging. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as BTI’s leverage is neither unusually high nor rapidly changing, aligning with a balanced risk profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

BTI's Debt-to-Equity Ratio of 0.72x compares to a Consumer Defensive sector median of 0.49x, placing it in the 71th percentile.

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

The closest Consumer Defensive peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio include: ADM (0.47x), WMT (0.51x), ABEV (0.03x), KDP (1.02x), CPB (1.74x).

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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.