Debt-to-Equity Ratio
Higher than 67% of Communication Services sector peers
Updated 71h ago
Sector Performance
67th percentileDIS
0.44x
Sector Median
0.36x
Sector Avg
0.50x
Deep Analysis
The debt-to-equity ratio measures how much a company relies on borrowed money versus shareholder funds; Disney’s current 0.44x means it uses 44 cents of debt for every dollar of equity, indicating a moderate leverage level.
This ratio sits above the sector median of 0.36x, placing Disney in the 67th percentile among its Communication Services peers, meaning it carries more debt than about two-thirds of similar companies. The metric has been stable over the last eight quarters, with no year-over-year change available and a quarter-over-quarter change of +0.0%, reflecting no movement in the most recent periods. A stable debt-to-equity ratio at 0.44x, slightly above the sector median, suggests consistent financial risk without recent deterioration or improvement, which typically implies a balanced risk profile for investors. This combination does not signal heightened distress or a clear opportunity for leverage-driven gains, so it supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict on Disney without pushing it toward either bullish or bearish territory.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Debt-to-Equity Ratio tell investors about DIS?
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 DIS's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compare to its sector?
DIS's Debt-to-Equity Ratio of 0.44x compares to a Communication Services sector median of 0.36x, placing it in the 67th percentile.
Who are DIS's closest peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio?
The closest Communication Services peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio include: BIDU (0.36x), META (0.36x), DASH (0.32x), PINS (0.42x), YELP (0.25x).
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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0.44x
Sector Median
0.36x
Sector Avg
0.50x
How DIS's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compares to sector peers.
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