Debt-to-Equity Ratio

The debt-to-equity ratio of 1.01x means KLAC has $1.01 of debt for every $1 of shareholders' equity, indicating a balanced use of borrowing versus owner investment.

Compared to the sector median of 0.73x, KLAC’s ratio is higher, placing it in the 65th percentile among its peers, meaning it carries more leverage than most. The year-over-year change and quarter-over-quarter change are both listed as N/A, so no trend direction is available across the last eight quarters. Because the current ratio is above the sector median but without any trend data, the level suggests moderate financial risk from higher debt, while the lack of a trend prevents an assessment of whether that risk is increasing or decreasing. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as the debt-to-equity level is elevated relative to peers but not extreme enough to signal a clear opportunity or threat.

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