JCI Debt-to-Equity Ratio Analysis
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Key Takeaway
A debt-to-equity ratio compares a company’s total liabilities to its shareholders’ equity, and 0.70x means it carries 70 cents of debt for every dollar of equity.
Sector Performance
48th percentileJCI
0.70x
Sector Median
0.74x
Sector Avg
2.51x
Prior Period
0.69x(Apr 2026)
Deep Analysis
A debt-to-equity ratio compares a company’s total liabilities to its shareholders’ equity, and 0.70x means it carries 70 cents of debt for every dollar of equity.
That level sits slightly below the sector median of 0.73x, placing JCI at the 48th percentile among peers—essentially middle-of-the-pack. Trend data is unavailable: the year-over-year change is N/A, the quarter-over-quarter change is N/A, and no prior quarterly values were provided. Because the current ratio is moderate and near the sector midpoint, but no trend exists, the metric offers no indication of rising or falling leverage, lowering its usefulness for forward-looking risk assessment. The combination implies a balanced debt position with neither excessive financial risk nor unusual conservatism. This supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as the ratio neither signals a red flag nor suggests a clear advantage over peers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Debt-to-Equity Ratio tell investors about JCI?
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 JCI'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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0.70x
Sector Median
0.74x
Sector Avg
2.51x
How JCI's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compares to sector peers.
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