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BX Debt-to-Equity Ratio Analysis

1.69x

Higher than 88% of Financial Services sector peers

Updated 3033h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

Blackstone's current Debt-to-Equity Ratio of 1.69x means the company has $1.69 of debt for every $1 of shareholder equity, indicating a higher reliance on borrowed funds.

Sector Performance

88th percentile

1.69x

Sector Median

0.46x

Sector Avg

0.94x

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Deep Analysis

Blackstone's current Debt-to-Equity Ratio of 1.69x means the company has $1.69 of debt for every $1 of shareholder equity, indicating a higher reliance on borrowed funds.

That ratio sits well above the Financial Services sector median of 0.63x, placing Blackstone in the 73rd percentile among peers. Because the year-over-year and quarter-over-quarter changes are both reported as "N/A," and no trend data exists for the last eight quarters, there is no observable upward or downward movement to assess. The combination of an elevated leverage level with no trend information suggests a static risk profile: the company carries more debt than most peers, but without a directional shift, the investment risk is neither increasing nor decreasing. This metric does not contradict the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as the high debt level is a risk factor but the absence of a trend prevents a clear bullish or bearish tilt.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

BX's Debt-to-Equity Ratio of 1.69x compares to a Financial Services sector median of 0.46x, placing it in the 88th percentile.

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

The closest Financial Services peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio include: HSBC (0.52x), AIZ (0.38x), AMP (0.53x), RJF (0.35x), AFL (0.35x).

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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.