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EMR Debt-to-Equity Ratio Analysis

0.64x

Updated 105h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

The debt-to-equity ratio measures how much a company relies on borrowed money versus shareholder funds, so 0.64x means EMR has 64 cents of debt for every dollar of equity.

Sector Performance

44th percentile

EMR

0.64x

Sector Median

0.74x

Sector Avg

2.51x

Prior Period

0.66x(Aug 2026)

↑ Improving

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Deep Analysis

The debt-to-equity ratio measures how much a company relies on borrowed money versus shareholder funds, so 0.64x means EMR has 64 cents of debt for every dollar of equity.

This is below the sector median of 0.74x, placing EMR at the 43rd percentile among peers, indicating slightly lower leverage than most. The year-over-year change is not available, but quarter-over-quarter the ratio fell 3.0%, from 0.66x to 0.64x. With only two historical points, no eight-quarter trend can be established, though the recent decline suggests modest deleveraging. The combination of a below-median debt load and a shrinking ratio implies limited financial distress risk and stable credit positioning, but also no clear catalyst for outsized returns. This metric aligns with the overall NEUTRAL verdict: EMR is not an obvious leverage concern, yet the mild improvement offers no compelling reason to upgrade the stock.

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: 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.