MU Debt-to-Equity Ratio Analysis
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Key Takeaway
Micron’s debt-to-equity ratio of 0.03x means the company uses very little borrowed money relative to its shareholder equity, indicating a strong balance sheet with low financial leverage.
Sector Performance
10th percentileMU
0.03x
Sector Median
0.74x
Sector Avg
2.51x
Prior Period
0.15x(Apr 2026)
Deep Analysis
Micron’s debt-to-equity ratio of 0.03x means the company uses very little borrowed money relative to its shareholder equity, indicating a strong balance sheet with low financial leverage.
This sits well below the sector median of 0.74x, placing Micron in the 10th percentile among peers, so the company carries far less debt than most competitors. The trend is not available: the year-over-year change is N/A, and the quarter-over-quarter change is also N/A, with no historical values beyond the current reading. The combination of an extremely low debt level and no trend data suggests a stable, low-risk capital structure, but lacks direction to confirm improving or deteriorating leverage. This metric directly supports the overall BULLISH verdict, as a low debt-to-equity ratio reduces financial risk and provides flexibility for investment or growth.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Debt-to-Equity Ratio tell investors about MU?
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 MU'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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0.03x
Sector Median
0.74x
Sector Avg
2.51x
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