Debt-to-Equity Ratio
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Sector Performance
77th percentileK
1.48x
Sector Median
0.73x
Sector Avg
0.09x
Deep Analysis
A company’s debt-to-equity ratio compares its total liabilities to shareholder equity, with 1.48x meaning it has $1.48 of debt for every $1 of equity.
This ratio sits well above the sector median of 0.75x, placing it in the 75th percentile among peers — indicating higher leverage than most comparable firms. No historical trend data is available: the year-over-year change, quarter-over-quarter change, and last eight quarters are all marked as N/A, so the direction of leverage cannot be assessed. Without a trend, the risk from the elevated debt level is unclear — it could be stable or deteriorating. This high ratio alone suggests greater financial risk compared to peers, but the lack of trend information prevents drawing a firm conclusion. The overall NEUTRAL verdict is supported because the elevated leverage is a concern, yet the missing trend leaves room for the stock to be fairly valued or offset by other positive factors.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Debt-to-Equity Ratio tell investors about K?
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 K'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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1.48x
Sector Median
0.73x
Sector Avg
0.09x
How K's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compares to sector peers.
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