Debt-to-Equity Ratio
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Sector Performance
32th percentileGL
0.46x
Sector Median
0.73x
Sector Avg
0.09x
Deep Analysis
The debt-to-equity ratio compares a company’s total debt to its shareholders’ equity, showing how much leverage it uses.
At 0.46x, for every dollar of equity, GL has $0.46 of debt, indicating a low reliance on borrowing. This is below the sector median of 0.73x, and the 32nd percentile rank means GL’s ratio is higher than only 32% of its peers—most competitors carry more debt. The year-over-year change is not available, but the quarter-over-quarter change is +475.0%, as the ratio jumped from 0.08x to 0.46x in one quarter. The low current level suggests limited default risk, but the sharp recent increase points to rapidly rising leverage that could amplify financial vulnerability. This combination of a low
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Debt-to-Equity Ratio tell investors about GL?
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 GL's closest peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio?
The closest peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio include: ETSY (-2.62x), MCK (-3.00x), TDG (-3.40x), VRSK (-3.81x), MAR (-4.04x).
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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0.46x
Sector Median
0.73x
Sector Avg
0.09x
How GL's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compares to sector peers.
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