GXO Debt-to-Equity Ratio Analysis
Updated 142h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
A company’s debt-to-equity ratio measures how much debt it uses relative to shareholder equity; GXO’s current 1.05x means it has $1.05 of debt for every $1 of equity.
Sector Performance
65th percentileGXO
1.05x
Sector Median
0.73x
Sector Avg
0.14x
Prior Period
2.01x(May 2026)
Deep Analysis
A company’s debt-to-equity ratio measures how much debt it uses relative to shareholder equity; GXO’s current 1.05x means it has $1.05 of debt for every $1 of equity.
That level is above the sector median of 0.73x, placing GXO in the 66th percentile among its peers, indicating higher leverage than most. Year-over-year change is not available, but the quarter-over-quarter change shows a decline of 47.8%, from 2.01x to 1.05x, with no trend data for the last eight quarters. The combination of a still-above-median ratio and a steep recent drop suggests the company is reducing financial risk, which could lower the chance of distress but leaves leverage elevated relative to peers. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict — the improvement is positive, yet the current level does not clearly signal a strong buy or sell opportunity.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Debt-to-Equity Ratio tell investors about GXO?
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 GXO'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).
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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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1.05x
Sector Median
0.73x
Sector Avg
0.14x
How GXO's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compares to sector peers.
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