FDS Debt-to-Equity Ratio Analysis
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Key Takeaway
The debt-to-equity ratio, currently 0.68x, measures how much debt a company uses relative to its shareholders' equity, so 0.68x means for every $1 of equity, the company carries $0.68 of debt.
Sector Performance
47th percentileFDS
0.68x
Sector Median
0.74x
Sector Avg
2.51x
Prior Period
0.73x(Apr 2026)
Deep Analysis
The debt-to-equity ratio, currently 0.68x, measures how much debt a company uses relative to its shareholders' equity, so 0.68x means for every $1 of equity, the company carries $0.68 of debt.
This sits just below the sector median of 0.74x, placing it at the 47th percentile among peers, indicating a slightly lighter debt load than the typical sector company. The trend is unavailable: the year-over-year change is N/A, the quarter-over-quarter change is N/A, and no historical values beyond the current 0.68x are provided. With only a single point of data, the level offers a moderate comfort zone relative to peers, but the absence of trend data removes any signal about whether leverage is rising or falling. This combination implies a neutral risk profile: current leverage is neither a red flag nor a distinctive advantage. The metric therefore supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as it aligns with sector norms without adding pressure or momentum to the investment case.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Debt-to-Equity Ratio tell investors about FDS?
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 FDS'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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0.68x
Sector Median
0.74x
Sector Avg
2.51x
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