FAST Debt-to-Equity Ratio Analysis
Updated 1083h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
The Debt-to-Equity Ratio compares a company's total debt to its shareholders' equity, indicating how much leverage it uses.
Sector Performance
10th percentileFAST
0.03x
Sector Median
0.72x
Sector Avg
2.46x
Prior Period
0.11x(Apr 2026)
Deep Analysis
The Debt-to-Equity Ratio compares a company's total debt to its shareholders' equity, indicating how much leverage it uses.
FAST's current ratio of 0.03x means it has virtually no debt relative to equity, signaling very low financial risk. This places the company at the 10th percentile among sector peers, well below the sector median of 0.73x, meaning it uses far less debt than most competitors. No trend data is available: the year-over-year change and quarter-over-quarter change are both N/A, so no direction can be assessed. The combination of an extremely low level and no trend implies minimal default risk, but it may also suggest an overly conservative capital structure that could limit returns. This metric contradicts the overall CAUTIOUS verdict because a near-zero debt load typically reduces investment risk rather than warrants caution.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Debt-to-Equity Ratio tell investors about FAST?
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.
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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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0.03x
Sector Median
0.72x
Sector Avg
2.46x
How FAST's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compares to sector peers.
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