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BUD Debt-to-Equity Ratio Analysis

0.75x

Updated 203h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

Debt-to-equity ratio measures how much a company funds its operations through debt versus shareholder equity; at 0.81x, BUD uses slightly more debt than equity, which is manageable for a consumer defensive firm.

Sector Performance

51th percentile

BUD

0.75x

Sector Median

0.74x

Sector Avg

2.52x

Prior Period

0.81x(Jul 2026)

↑ Improving

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Deep Analysis

This ratio sits above the sector median of 0.61x, placing BUD in the 73rd percentile among peers, indicating higher financial leverage than most competitors. The year-over-year change is not available, but the quarter-over-quarter change shows a 3.6% decline from the prior quarter's 0.84x to the current 0.81x, while the trend direction over the last eight quarters is also not available. The combination of an above-median leverage level and a recent downward trend suggests that while BUD carries more debt than its peers, it is actively reducing that burden, which can lower financial risk if sustained. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict because the current leverage is higher than average but is moving in a favorable direction, offering neither a clear positive nor negative signal on its own.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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 BUD's closest peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio?

The closest peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio include: W (-1.00x), MSCI (-2.37x), SBAC (-2.75x), LCID (-3.08x), TDG (-3.41x).

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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.