Debt-to-Equity Ratio
Updated 176h ago
Sector Performance
45th percentileEMR
0.66x
Sector Median
0.73x
Sector Avg
0.09x
Deep Analysis
The debt-to-equity ratio compares a company’s total debt to its shareholders’ equity; EMR’s current 0.66x means it uses 66 cents of debt for every dollar of equity, indicating a moderate reliance on borrowing.
At 0.66x, it sits below the sector median of 0.72x and falls in the 46th percentile among peers, showing it carries less debt than the typical sector company. The year-over-year change is not available, but quarter-over-quarter the ratio declined by 4.3%, moving from 0.69x to 0.66x. This combination of a below-median debt level and a declining trend suggests reduced financial leverage, which lowers default risk and may appeal to conservative investors. The NEUTRAL overall verdict is supported by this metric, as the moderate debt load neither signals exceptional safety nor alarming risk.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Debt-to-Equity Ratio tell investors about EMR?
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 EMR'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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0.66x
Sector Median
0.73x
Sector Avg
0.09x
How EMR's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compares to sector peers.
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