JACK Debt-to-Equity Ratio Analysis
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Key Takeaway
JACK's debt-to-equity ratio of -1.63x means its total liabilities exceed shareholder equity, producing negative equity—a signal of financial strain where accumulated losses have wiped out the equity cushion.
Sector Performance
5th percentileJACK
-1.63x
Sector Median
0.72x
Sector Avg
2.46x
Prior Period
-1.72x(Aug 2026)
Deep Analysis
JACK's debt-to-equity ratio of -1.63x means its total liabilities exceed shareholder equity, producing negative equity—a signal of financial strain where accumulated losses have wiped out the equity cushion.
This sits far below the sector median of 0.73x, placing the company in the 5th percentile, meaning 95% of peers carry healthier capital structures. The ratio improved from -1.72x to -1.63x, a 5.2% quarter-over-quarter change moving toward zero; year-over-year data is unavailable, so the longer trajectory is unclear. Negative equity is elevated risk at any level, but the recent narrowing of that gap shows a fragile recovery in the balance sheet. The combination of deep negative equity and only a slight recent improvement
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Debt-to-Equity Ratio tell investors about JACK?
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.
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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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-1.63x
Sector Median
0.72x
Sector Avg
2.46x
How JACK's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compares to sector peers.
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