LKQ Debt-to-Equity Ratio Analysis
Updated 9h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
The Debt-to-Equity Ratio compares a company’s total debt to its shareholders’ equity; at 0.61x, LKQ has 61 cents of debt for every dollar of equity.
Sector Performance
42th percentileLKQ
0.61x
Sector Median
0.74x
Sector Avg
2.51x
Prior Period
0.59x(Jul 2026)
Deep Analysis
The Debt-to-Equity Ratio compares a company’s total debt to its shareholders’ equity; at 0.61x, LKQ has 61 cents of debt for every dollar of equity.
This sits below the sector median of 0.74x, placing LKQ in the 42nd percentile among peers, meaning it carries less debt than most of its sector. Year-over-year change is not available, but the ratio rose 3.4% quarter-over-quarter from 0.59x to 0.61x. The current level is moderate, while the recent uptick suggests slightly faster debt accumulation relative to equity. That combination keeps financial risk contained but signals a mild increase in leverage that investors should monitor. This largely supports the overall NE
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Debt-to-Equity Ratio tell investors about LKQ?
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 LKQ'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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0.61x
Sector Median
0.74x
Sector Avg
2.51x
How LKQ's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compares to sector peers.
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