GEN Debt-to-Equity Ratio Analysis
Updated 345h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
A debt-to-equity ratio of 3.07x means the company has $3.07 of debt for every $1 of shareholder equity, indicating heavy reliance on borrowing to fund its assets.
Sector Performance
92th percentileGEN
3.07x
Sector Median
0.74x
Sector Avg
2.51x
Prior Period
3.14x(Aug 2026)
Deep Analysis
A debt-to-equity ratio of 3.07x means the company has $3.07 of debt for every $1 of shareholder equity, indicating heavy reliance on borrowing to fund its assets.
This is far above the sector median of 0.73x, placing the firm in the 93rd percentile of peers, so leverage is much higher than most comparable companies. The year-over-year change is N/A, while the quarter-over-quarter change is -2.2%, showing a slight reduction from the prior reading of 3.14x. Because the level is very elevated but the trend is modestly downward, the risk is primarily balance-sheet strain, though the recent decline offers a small mitigating signal. This high leverage contradicts a bullish stance, but the modest QoQ improvement prevents a strongly negative call. On balance, this metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as elevated debt creates downside risk while the slight deleveraging keeps the picture from being outright bearish.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Debt-to-Equity Ratio tell investors about GEN?
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 GEN'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).
Learn More About Debt-to-Equity Ratio
How to Spot a Debt Problem Before It Hits the Stock Price
Learn how to spot a debt problem in stocks using D/E, interest coverage, and net debt/EBITDA ratios. Real examples from META and MSFT, plus danger thresholds you need to know.
Debt/Equity Ratio: How Much Debt Is Too Much?
The debt to equity ratio explained: why context, interest coverage, and sector norms matter far more than the raw number when assessing debt risk.
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.
Master GEN's Valuation
Get the complete institutional research report covering all fundamental and technical metrics.
View full GEN research report →GEN
3.07x
Sector Median
0.74x
Sector Avg
2.51x
How GEN's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compares to sector peers.
Also Analyze
Not financial advice. Research tool only. Data may be delayed.