Debt-to-Equity Ratio
Updated 150h ago
Sector Performance
61th percentileEMN
0.87x
Sector Median
0.73x
Sector Avg
0.08x
Deep Analysis
The current Debt-to-Equity Ratio of 0.87x means that for every $1 of shareholder equity, the company carries $0.87 in debt — a measure of financial leverage.
Among sector peers, this is above the median of 0.72x, placing EMN in the 60th percentile, indicating higher reliance on debt than most peers. Over the last eight quarters the overall trend has been increasing, though the year-over-year change is not available; quarter-over-quarter, the ratio declined by 2.2% from 0.89x to 0.87x. The combination of a D/E above the sector median with a long-term upward trend suggests rising financial risk, but the recent quarterly decrease points to a short-term deleveraging effort. This mixed picture — elevated leverage countered by a recent reduction — does not contradict the NEUTRAL verdict, as the metric signals caution while the near-term movement tempers that concern.
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: ETSY (-2.62x), MCK (-3.00x), TDG (-3.40x), VRSK (-3.81x), MAR (-4.04x).
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
0.73x
Sector Avg
0.08x
How EMN's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compares to sector peers.
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