MA Debt-to-Equity Ratio Analysis
Higher than 0% of FINANCIAL SERVICES sector peers
Updated 657h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
Debt-to-equity ratio compares a company's total liabilities to its shareholder equity; MA's current 4.39x means it carries $4.39 of debt for every $1 of equity.
Sector Performance
0th percentileMA
4.39x
Sector Median
4.39x
Sector Avg
4.39x
Prior Period
2.82x(Jul 2026)
Deep Analysis
Debt-to-equity ratio compares a company's total liabilities to its shareholder equity; MA's current 4.39x means it carries $4.39 of debt for every $1 of equity.
This ratio exactly matches the sector median of 4.39x, placing MA at the 0th percentile among sector peers,
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Debt-to-Equity Ratio tell investors about MA?
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 MA's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compare to its sector?
MA's Debt-to-Equity Ratio of 4.39x compares to a FINANCIAL SERVICES sector median of 4.39x, placing it in the 0th percentile.
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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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4.39x
Sector Median
4.39x
Sector Avg
4.39x
How MA's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compares to sector peers.
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