HES Debt-to-Equity Ratio Analysis
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Key Takeaway
With a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.82x, the company uses $0.82 of debt for every $1 of shareholder equity, meaning it finances operations with a moderate amount of borrowed money.
Sector Performance
55th percentileHES
0.82x
Sector Median
0.74x
Sector Avg
2.51x
Deep Analysis
With a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.82x, the company uses $0.82 of debt for every $1 of shareholder equity, meaning it finances operations with a moderate amount of borrowed money.
This is slightly higher than the sector median of 0.75x, placing HES in the 54th percentile among peers—above roughly half of its industry, but not an outlier. Trend data is not available, as the year-over-year change, quarter-over-quarter change, and historical values over the last eight quarters are all marked N/A. Because the current level is only marginally above the sector median and no trend direction can be assessed, the metric suggests neither a clear risk from excessive leverage nor a notable safety advantage. This neutral positioning supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict on the stock, as the debt-to-equity ratio does not contradict that assessment.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Debt-to-Equity Ratio tell investors about HES?
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 HES'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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0.82x
Sector Median
0.74x
Sector Avg
2.51x
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