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JD Debt-to-Equity Ratio Analysis

0.34x

Higher than 36% of Consumer Cyclical sector peers

Updated 131h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

The debt-to-equity ratio divides total liabilities by shareholders' equity, showing how much of the company's financing comes from borrowed money versus owner-invested capital.

Sector Performance

36th percentile

0.34x

Sector Median

0.47x

Sector Avg

1.84x

Prior Period

0.50x(May 2026)

↑ Improving

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Deep Analysis

The debt-to-equity ratio divides total liabilities by shareholders' equity, showing how much of the company's financing comes from borrowed money versus owner-invested capital.

At 0.34x, JD carries less debt than the typical consumer cyclical company—the sector median is 0.47x, and JD sits at the 39th percentile, meaning 61% of its peers have higher leverage. Trend data is unavailable: the year-over-year change is N/A, the quarter-over-quarter change is N/A, and only a single historical value of 0.34x is reported, so no direction can be assessed. The low debt level points to limited financial strain from interest obligations, which tends to lower investment risk. But because there is no trend to confirm whether leverage is rising or falling, this metric offers no forward-looking signal on its own. The low ratio supports the NEUTRAL verdict by indicating a stable, unremarkable capital structure—neither an alarm nor a strength that would push the stock clearly in either direction.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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.

How does JD's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compare to its sector?

JD's Debt-to-Equity Ratio of 0.34x compares to a Consumer Cyclical sector median of 0.47x, placing it in the 36th percentile.

Who are JD's closest peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio?

The closest Consumer Cyclical peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio include: ROL (0.49x), BOOT (0.59x), CAVA (0.62x), BWA (0.69x), GME (0.71x).

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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.