CF Debt-to-Equity Ratio Analysis
Updated 297h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
A debt-to-equity ratio of 0.56x means the company has $0.56 of debt for every $1.00 of shareholder equity, showing it uses more equity than borrowed funds to finance assets.
Sector Performance
39th percentileCF
0.56x
Sector Median
0.74x
Sector Avg
2.51x
Prior Period
0.60x(Jul 2026)
Deep Analysis
A debt-to-equity ratio of 0.56x means the company has $0.56 of debt for every $1.00 of shareholder equity, showing it uses more equity than borrowed funds to finance assets.
This is lower than the sector median of 0.74x, placing the company at the 39th percentile among peers, so it carries less leverage than most competitors. The year-over-year change is not available, but the quarter-over-quarter change is -6.7%, meaning leverage decreased from 0.60x to 0.56x in the most recent quarter. The combination of a below-median level and a recent decline suggests reduced financial risk, though the modest percentile leaves room for interpretation. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as the debt level is not unusually high or low enough to shift the stock’s risk profile in either direction.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Debt-to-Equity Ratio tell investors about CF?
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 CF's closest peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio?
The closest peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio include: TAP (0.76x), PCAR (0.72x), O (0.78x), PRU (0.78x), KIM (0.85x).
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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.
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0.56x
Sector Median
0.74x
Sector Avg
2.51x
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