GILD Debt-to-Equity Ratio Analysis
Updated 57h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
The debt-to-equity ratio measures a company's total liabilities against shareholders' equity, so at 2.22x, GILD carries $2.22 of debt for every $1 of equity.
Sector Performance
87th percentileGILD
2.22x
Sector Median
0.74x
Sector Avg
2.51x
Prior Period
0.94x(Jul 2026)
Deep Analysis
The debt-to-equity ratio measures a company's total liabilities against shareholders' equity, so at 2.22x, GILD carries $2.22 of debt for every $1 of equity.
This is far above the sector median of 0.74x and places GILD in the 87th percentile among peers, meaning it is more leveraged than most. The year-over-year change is not available, but the quarter-over-quarter change is +136.2%, jumping from 0.94x to the current 2.22x. The combination of a high leverage level and a sharp recent increase points to elevated financial risk, as rising debt loads can strain cash flow and amplify losses in downturns. That said, higher leverage can also fund growth or buybacks, so the opportunity depends on how productively the borrowed capital is used. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict by introducing a clear caution flag, but it does not alone warrant a bearish call.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Debt-to-Equity Ratio tell investors about GILD?
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 GILD'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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2.22x
Sector Median
0.74x
Sector Avg
2.51x
How GILD's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compares to sector peers.
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