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LSPD Debt-to-Equity Ratio Analysis

0.01x

Higher than 11% of Technology sector peers

Updated 2507h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

Lightspeed Commerce's debt-to-equity ratio of 0.01x means the company has almost no debt relative to shareholder equity—a sign of very low financial leverage and minimal reliance on borrowing.

Sector Performance

11th percentile

LSPD

0.01x

Sector Median

0.20x

Sector Avg

0.28x

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Deep Analysis

Lightspeed Commerce's debt-to-equity ratio of 0.01x means the company has almost no debt relative to shareholder equity—a sign of very low financial leverage and minimal reliance on borrowing.

This places it far below the sector median of 0.27x, and at the 12th percentile among technology peers, indicating it carries less debt than 88% of them. The metric has no year-over-year or quarter-over-quarter change data available, so no trend can be assessed. The combination of an extremely low debt level with no trend data suggests a very low default risk but also hints that the company may not be using debt to fuel growth, which can limit upside potential. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict: the negligible debt provides stability, but it does not alone signal strong growth prospects or a clear catalyst.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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 LSPD's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compare to its sector?

LSPD's Debt-to-Equity Ratio of 0.01x compares to a Technology sector median of 0.20x, placing it in the 11th percentile.

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

The closest Technology peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio include: TSM (0.15x), PTC (0.41x), AVGO (0.74x), U (0.75x), AAPL (0.80x).

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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.