EL Debt-to-Equity Ratio Analysis
Updated 102h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
The Debt-to-Equity ratio measures how much a company relies on borrowed money versus its own shareholders' equity to finance its operations.
Sector Performance
83th percentileEL
1.83x
Sector Median
0.73x
Sector Avg
0.14x
Prior Period
2.33x(May 2026)
Deep Analysis
The Debt-to-Equity ratio measures how much a company relies on borrowed money versus its own shareholders' equity to finance its operations.
At 1.83x, EL carries substantially more debt relative to equity than the sector median of 0.73x, placing it in the 83rd percentile among peers — meaning only 17% of comparable companies have higher leverage. Trend data is not available (N/A), with both the year-over-year and quarter-over-quarter changes marked as N/A, so no directional insight can be drawn from past movement. The combination of a high leverage level with no visible trend implies that the current elevated risk of financial strain or interest cost pressure persists without evidence of recent improvement. This elevated debt load supports the overall CAUTIOUS verdict, as it suggests a greater vulnerability to downturns or rising rates compared to the typical sector peer.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Debt-to-Equity Ratio tell investors about EL?
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 EL's closest peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio?
The closest peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio include: TPR (3.48x), MSI (3.52x), STX (3.53x), COR (3.65x), HD (3.86x).
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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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1.83x
Sector Median
0.73x
Sector Avg
0.14x
How EL's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compares to sector peers.
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