DOV Debt-to-Equity Ratio Analysis
Updated 201h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
Dover’s debt-to-equity ratio of 0.42x means the company uses 42 cents of debt for every dollar of shareholder equity, showing a conservative capital structure.
Sector Performance
29th percentileDOV
0.42x
Sector Median
0.74x
Sector Avg
2.51x
Prior Period
0.44x(Jul 2026)
Deep Analysis
Dover’s debt-to-equity ratio of 0.42x means the company uses 42 cents of debt for every dollar of shareholder equity, showing a conservative capital structure.
This sits well below the sector median of 0.74x, placing Dover in the 28th percentile among peers, so two-thirds of comparable firms carry higher leverage. The year-over-year change is N/A, and the most recent quarter shows a 4.5% decrease from 0.44x to 0.42x, indicating slightly reduced borrowing relative to equity. Low debt plus a falling ratio points to limited financial risk and stable capacity to absorb shocks, though it may signal less aggressive growth financing compared to peers. This combination of moderate leverage and a downward trend supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as the metric implies no undue distress but also no special upside from financial leverage.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Debt-to-Equity Ratio tell investors about DOV?
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 DOV'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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0.42x
Sector Median
0.74x
Sector Avg
2.51x
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