DOC Debt-to-Equity Ratio Analysis
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Key Takeaway
A debt-to-equity ratio compares a company’s total liabilities to its shareholders’ equity, showing how much debt it uses to finance its operations relative to its own funds.
Sector Performance
75th percentileDOC
1.33x
Sector Median
0.73x
Sector Avg
0.14x
Prior Period
1.37x(May 2026)
Deep Analysis
A debt-to-equity ratio compares a company’s total liabilities to its shareholders’ equity, showing how much debt it uses to finance its operations relative to its own funds.
At 1.33x, DOC carries more debt than the sector median of 0.73x, placing it in the 74th percentile among peers. The ratio has been decreasing over the last eight quarters, with a quarter-over-quarter decline of 2.9% (year-over-year data is not available). A high but declining debt-to-equity ratio suggests DOC is gradually reducing its reliance on borrowing, which can lower financial risk over time. The combination of an above-median level and a downward trend implies moderate risk with a path toward improvement. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as the elevated leverage is tempered by a consistent deleveraging trend.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Debt-to-Equity Ratio tell investors about DOC?
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 DOC'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).
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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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1.33x
Sector Median
0.73x
Sector Avg
0.14x
How DOC's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compares to sector peers.
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