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CELH Debt-to-Equity Ratio Analysis

0.22x

Higher than 33% of Consumer Defensive sector peers

Updated 587h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

The Debt-to-Equity Ratio measures a company's total liabilities against its shareholder equity, and a value of 0.22x means CELH uses only $0.22 of debt for every $1 of equity, indicating conservative leverage.

Sector Performance

33th percentile

CELH

0.22x

Sector Median

0.51x

Sector Avg

-0.92x

Prior Period

1.95x(May 2026)

↑ Improving

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Deep Analysis

This is substantially lower than the Consumer Defensive sector median of 0.61x, placing CELH in the 27th percentile among peers—meaning most sector companies carry more debt. The trend data is N/A, as both the year-over-year change and quarter-over-quarter change are not provided, so no direction can be inferred over the last 8 quarters. With a low current level but no trend available, the investment risk from leverage appears limited, though the absence of historical movement leaves no basis to assess whether leverage is improving or deteriorating. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as low debt reduces financial distress risk but does not by itself signal growth or undervaluation, keeping the outlook balanced.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

CELH's Debt-to-Equity Ratio of 0.22x compares to a Consumer Defensive sector median of 0.51x, placing it in the 33th percentile.

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

The closest Consumer Defensive peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio include: ADM (0.47x), WMT (0.55x), BTI (0.72x), COTY (0.98x), ABEV (0.03x).

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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.