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HST Debt-to-Equity Ratio Analysis

0.80x

Updated 273h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

Debt-to-Equity Ratio measures how much debt a company uses to finance its assets compared to shareholders’ equity; at 0.80x, HST carries $0.80 of debt for every $1 of equity.

Sector Performance

54th percentile

HST

0.80x

Sector Median

0.74x

Sector Avg

2.51x

Prior Period

0.74x(Aug 2026)

↓ Declining

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Deep Analysis

Debt-to-Equity Ratio measures how much debt a company uses to finance its assets compared to shareholders’ equity; at 0.80x, HST carries $0.80 of debt for every $1 of equity.

This is slightly above the sector median of 0.74x, placing HST at the 54th percentile among peers, meaning its leverage is a touch higher than most similar companies. The year-over-year change is unavailable, but the quarter-over-quarter change shows the ratio rose 8.1% from 0.74x to 0.80x. The combination of a slightly above-median level and a rising quarterly trend points to increased financial risk, though the move is modest and based on limited historical data. That level and trend align with the overall NEUTRAL verdict: HST is not an outlier in leverage, but the recent increase warrants attention. This metric supports the NEUTRAL assessment rather than contradicting it, since leverage is within a normal peer range but not improving.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Debt-to-Equity Ratio tell investors about HST?

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 HST'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.