CRM Debt-to-Equity Ratio Analysis
Higher than 80% of Technology sector peers
Updated 944h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
Debt-to-equity measures how much of a company’s operations are funded by borrowed money compared to shareholder equity.
Sector Performance
80th percentileCRM
1.02x
Sector Median
0.17x
Sector Avg
0.26x
Prior Period
1.15x(Aug 2026)
Deep Analysis
Debt-to-equity measures how much of a company’s operations are funded by borrowed money compared to shareholder equity.
At 1.02x, Salesforce carries roughly $1.02 in debt for every $1.00 of equity — meaning creditors provide slightly more funding than owners. The sector median is 0.17x, so Salesforce’s leverage is about six times the typical technology peer, and its 80th percentile rank
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 1.02x compares to a Technology sector median of 0.17x, placing it in the 80th percentile.
Who are CRM's closest peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio?
The closest Technology peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio include: SQ (0.07x), PCTY (0.07x), AMD (0.06x), SMAR (0.06x), KLIC (0.05x).
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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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1.02x
Sector Median
0.17x
Sector Avg
0.26x
How CRM's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compares to sector peers.
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