LNG Debt-to-Equity Ratio Analysis
Updated 203h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
A debt-to-equity ratio of 3.88x means the company carries $3.88 of debt for every $1 of shareholder equity, a leverage-heavy capital structure.
Sector Performance
95th percentileLNG
3.88x
Sector Median
0.74x
Sector Avg
2.52x
Prior Period
6.32x(Aug 2026)
Deep Analysis
A debt-to-equity ratio of 3.88x means the company carries $3.88 of debt for every $1 of shareholder equity, a leverage-heavy capital structure.
This sits far above the sector median of 0.73x, placing the company in the 96th percentile of its peers. The year-over-year change is N/A, but the quarter-over-quarter change shows a 38.6% decrease, with the ratio falling from 6.32x to 3.88x in the most recent quarter. That rapid reduction in leverage lowers near-term financial risk, yet the absolute level remains more than five times the sector norm. The combination of still-high debt and a favorable deleveraging trend implies meaningful but improving risk. This metric does not contradict the overall CAUTIOUS verdict; the elevated ratio remains a concern even as the recent trend offers some relief.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Debt-to-Equity Ratio tell investors about LNG?
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 LNG's closest peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio?
The closest peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio include: W (-1.00x), MSCI (-2.37x), SBAC (-2.75x), LCID (-3.08x), TDG (-3.41x).
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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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3.88x
Sector Median
0.74x
Sector Avg
2.52x
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