EQT Debt-to-Equity Ratio Analysis
Updated 273h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
EQT’s debt-to-equity ratio of 0.22x means the company carries $0.22 of debt for every $1 of shareholder equity, signaling conservative leverage.
Sector Performance
17th percentileEQT
0.22x
Sector Median
0.74x
Sector Avg
2.51x
Prior Period
0.24x(Jul 2026)
Deep Analysis
EQT’s debt-to-equity ratio of 0.22x means the company carries $0.22 of debt for every $1 of shareholder equity, signaling conservative leverage.
This is far below the sector median of 0.74x, placing EQT in the 17th percentile of peers, so most comparable companies use more debt. The year-over-year change is not available, but the quarter-over-quarter change shows the ratio fell by 8.3%, from 0.24x to 0.22x. Because the trend direction over eight quarters is not reported, the available evidence is limited to a single quarterly decline. A low and falling debt ratio implies reduced financial risk, as EQT has less obligation to service debt and more equity cushion against downturns. This supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict: the low leverage is a positive risk factor, but it does not by itself signal a compelling opportunity, and the lack of longer-term trend data prevents a stronger assessment.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Debt-to-Equity Ratio tell investors about EQT?
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 EQT'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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0.22x
Sector Median
0.74x
Sector Avg
2.51x
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