Debt-to-Equity Ratio
Updated 270h ago
Sector Performance
37th percentileHII
0.52x
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 borrowing it uses to fund operations.
A ratio of 0.52x means for every $1 of equity, the company holds $0.52 of debt. This is below the sector median of 0.73x, and the 37th percentile rank indicates the company carries less debt than 37% of its peers. The year-over-year change is not available, but the quarter-over-quarter change is -8.8%, meaning the ratio fell from 0.57x to 0.52x over the last quarter. The combination of a below-median leverage level and a downward trend suggests the company is reducing its debt load, which lowers financial risk. This metric aligns with the overall NEUTRAL verdict because the low and falling debt level is favorable but not exceptional enough to shift the view to bullish or bearish.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Debt-to-Equity Ratio tell investors about HII?
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 HII'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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0.52x
Sector Median
0.73x
Sector Avg
0.09x
How HII's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compares to sector peers.
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