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CRM Debt-to-Equity Ratio Analysis

1.15x

Higher than 81% of Technology sector peers

Updated 101h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

A debt-to-equity ratio of 1.15x means Salesforce carries $1.15 of debt for every $1 of shareholder equity, a measure of how much the company relies on borrowed funds versus its own money.

Sector Performance

81th percentile

CRM

1.15x

Sector Median

0.20x

Sector Avg

0.28x

Prior Period

1.22x(Jun 2026)

↑ Improving

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Deep Analysis

A debt-to-equity ratio of 1.15x means Salesforce carries $1.15 of debt for every $1 of shareholder equity, a measure of how much the company relies on borrowed funds versus its own money.

This is far above the technology sector median of 0.23x, placing Salesforce in the 79th percentile among sector peers—meaning it is more leveraged than most comparable companies. The trend is not available: the year-over-year change is N/A, and the quarter-over-quarter change is also N/A, so no recent direction can be assessed. The combination of a high leverage level with no trend data suggests elevated financial risk relative to peers, but without a change signal there is no confirmation of increasing or decreasing pressure. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict: the heightened debt level is a caution point, yet the absence of trend information prevents a more bearish stance.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

CRM's Debt-to-Equity Ratio of 1.15x compares to a Technology sector median of 0.20x, placing it in the 81th percentile.

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

The closest Technology peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio include: GLOB (0.17x), TSM (0.15x), GRAB (0.30x), NVDA (0.04x), PTC (0.41x).

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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.