DAL Debt-to-Equity Ratio Analysis
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Key Takeaway
The debt-to-equity ratio, which compares a company's total liabilities to shareholders' equity, stands at 0.64x for DAL.
Sector Performance
44th percentileDAL
0.64x
Sector Median
0.74x
Sector Avg
2.51x
Prior Period
0.70x(Jul 2026)
Deep Analysis
The debt-to-equity ratio, which compares a company's total liabilities to shareholders' equity, stands at 0.64x for DAL.
This sits below the sector median of 0.73x, placing DAL in the 44th percentile among sector peers. Trend data are not available: the year-over-year change is N/A and the quarter-over-quarter change is N/A. A ratio below 1x indicates that equity exceeds debt, often implying a conservative capital structure, while the lack of trend data limits conclusions about recent direction. With the ratio lower than the median, leverage risk appears contained, but because no trend is available, there is no evidence of improving or deteriorating balance sheet pressure. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as the level is slightly better than typical peers but not an outlier in either direction.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Debt-to-Equity Ratio tell investors about DAL?
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 DAL'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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0.64x
Sector Median
0.74x
Sector Avg
2.51x
How DAL's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compares to sector peers.
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