EMN Debt-to-Equity Ratio Analysis
Updated 1041h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
A company's debt-to-equity ratio compares its total debt to shareholders' equity, showing how much it relies on borrowing versus owner funding.
Sector Performance
58th percentileEMN
0.87x
Sector Median
0.74x
Sector Avg
2.51x
Prior Period
0.89x(May 2026)
Deep Analysis
A company's debt-to-equity ratio compares its total debt to shareholders' equity, showing how much it relies on borrowing versus owner funding.
At 0.87x, EMN uses less debt than equity, indicating a conservative capital structure. This is higher than the sector median of 0.73x, placing EMN in the 60th percentile among peers — meaning it carries more leverage than 60% of comparable companies. Trend data is not available, as the year-over-year change and quarter-over-quarter change are both listed as N/A. Without a trend, the current level alone suggests moderate financial risk relative to the sector, but no momentum to assess. This metric does not contradict the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as the debt level is slightly above average but still manageable.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Debt-to-Equity Ratio tell investors about EMN?
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 EMN'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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0.87x
Sector Median
0.74x
Sector Avg
2.51x
How EMN's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compares to sector peers.
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