NKE Debt-to-Equity Ratio Analysis
Updated 33h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
The debt-to-equity ratio of 0.53x means the company has $0.53 of debt for every $1 of shareholders' equity.
Sector Performance
38th percentileNKE
0.53x
Sector Median
0.74x
Sector Avg
2.51x
Prior Period
0.57x(Jul 2026)
Deep Analysis
The debt-to-equity ratio of 0.53x means the company has $0.53 of debt for every $1 of shareholders' equity.
This is below the sector median of 0.73x, placing NKE in the 38th percentile among peers, so most peers carry more debt relative to equity. The year-over-year change is N/A; quarter-over-quarter the metric fell 7.0%, from 0.57x to 0.53x, though the 8-quarter trend is N/A. A below-median debt level combined with a recent decline points to lower financial leverage and less balance-sheet strain, but it also suggests no major debt-funded expansion underway. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict: leverage
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Debt-to-Equity Ratio tell investors about NKE?
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 NKE'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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0.53x
Sector Median
0.74x
Sector Avg
2.51x
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