Debt-to-Equity Ratio
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Sector Performance
20th percentileCB
0.24x
Sector Median
0.73x
Sector Avg
0.08x
Deep Analysis
The Debt-to-Equity Ratio measures how much a company relies on borrowed money compared to its own shareholder funds.
CB’s current ratio of 0.24x means it uses less than a quarter of debt relative to equity, indicating a conservative capital structure. This is well below the sector median of 0.73x, placing CB in the 20th percentile among peers, meaning only 20% of companies have a lower ratio. Trend data is not available, with both the year-over-year and quarter-over-quarter changes marked as N/A, so no directional insight can be drawn. The combination of a very low debt level and no trend information suggests minimal financial leverage risk, but also offers no indication of recent changes in borrowing behavior. This low-leverage profile aligns with a neutral verdict because it reduces downside risk from debt, yet does not signal any catalyst for outperformance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Debt-to-Equity Ratio tell investors about CB?
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 CB's closest peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio?
The closest peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio include: ETSY (-2.62x), MCK (-3.00x), TDG (-3.40x), VRSK (-3.81x), MAR (-4.04x).
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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0.24x
Sector Median
0.73x
Sector Avg
0.08x
How CB's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compares to sector peers.
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