MLM Debt-to-Equity Ratio Analysis
Updated 33h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
The debt-to-equity ratio measures a company's financial leverage by comparing total liabilities to shareholders' equity; MLM's current 0.52x means creditors provide about 52 cents for every dollar of equity.
Sector Performance
37th percentileMLM
0.52x
Sector Median
0.74x
Sector Avg
2.51x
Prior Period
0.47x(Jul 2026)
Deep Analysis
The debt-to-equity ratio measures a company's financial leverage by comparing total liabilities to shareholders' equity; MLM's current 0.52x means creditors provide about 52 cents for every dollar of equity.
This is below the sector median of 0.73x and places MLM in the 37th percentile among peers, indicating lower leverage than most. The year-over-year change is not available, but the ratio rose 10.6% quarter-over-quarter to 0.52x from 0.47x. The lower-than-median level suggests a conservative capital structure, while the recent quarterly increase points to gradually rising debt relative to equity. This combination supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict: the modest leverage level is a stabilizing factor, but the upward drift does not present a clear improvement or deterioration.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Debt-to-Equity Ratio tell investors about MLM?
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 MLM'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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0.52x
Sector Median
0.74x
Sector Avg
2.51x
How MLM's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compares to sector peers.
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