CPTCAUTIOUS

Debt-to-Equity Ratio

1.05x

Updated 78h ago

Sector Performance

66th percentile

CPT

1.05x

Sector Median

0.73x

Sector Avg

0.08x

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Deep Analysis

The Debt-to-Equity Ratio measures how much a company relies on borrowed money compared to shareholders’ equity.

A ratio of 1.05x means CPT uses slightly more debt than equity to fund its operations. This is above the sector median of 0.73x, placing CPT in the 66th percentile among peers, indicating a higher leverage level than two-thirds of similar companies. Trend data is not available: year-over-year change is N/A and quarter-over-quarter change is N/A, so no direction can be assessed. The combination of an above-median ratio with no trend information suggests a stable but elevated debt position, which adds to investment risk due to greater financial leverage. This metric supports the overall CAUTIOUS verdict, as higher debt relative to peers increases vulnerability to interest rate changes or earnings downturns.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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 CPT'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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CPT

1.05x

Sector Median

0.73x

Sector Avg

0.08x

How CPT's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compares to sector peers.

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