GE Debt-to-Equity Ratio Analysis
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Key Takeaway
The Debt-to-Equity Ratio measures how much debt a company uses relative to shareholders' equity; at 1.09x, GE has $1.09 of debt for every $1 of equity.
Sector Performance
67th percentileGE
1.09x
Sector Median
0.74x
Sector Avg
2.51x
Prior Period
1.12x(Jul 2026)
Deep Analysis
The Debt-to-Equity Ratio measures how much debt a company uses relative to shareholders' equity; at 1.09x, GE has $1.09 of debt for every $1 of equity.
This is higher than the sector median of 0.74x, placing GE at the 67th percentile among peers, meaning it carries more leverage than most comparable companies. No trend information is available: the year-over-year change and quarter-over-quarter change are both N/A, and historical data covers only the current value. With leverage above the peer median but no directional data, the risk profile is elevated relative to the sector, yet the absence of a trend prevents conclusions about whether leverage is increasing or improving. The elevated debt level adds caution to the investment case, but it does not override the overall NEUTRAL verdict. This metric supports the NEUTRAL stance: it signals greater financial risk than peers, but without a trend, it is not a decisive negative.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Debt-to-Equity Ratio tell investors about GE?
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 GE'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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1.09x
Sector Median
0.74x
Sector Avg
2.51x
How GE's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compares to sector peers.
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