Debt-to-Equity Ratio
Higher than 54% of Real Estate sector peers
Updated 663h ago
Sector Performance
54th percentileO
0.76x
Sector Median
0.75x
Sector Avg
1.33x
Deep Analysis
Realty Income's debt-to-equity ratio of 0.76x means for every dollar of shareholders' equity, the company has $0.76 in debt—a measure of financial leverage.
This exactly matches the real estate sector median of 0.76x, placing the company at the 50th percentile among its peers. Trend data is not available: both the year-over-year change and quarter-over-quarter change are marked as N/A, and no historical values beyond the current figure are provided. Without a trend, the average leverage level alone suggests neither rising risk nor improving stability. The combination of an average debt-to-equity ratio with no directional trend implies a neutral risk profile from this metric. This metric supports the overall CAUTIOUS verdict, as the ratio offers no clear strength or weakness, reinforcing the need for caution rather than a strong buy case.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Debt-to-Equity Ratio tell investors about O?
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 O's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compare to its sector?
O's Debt-to-Equity Ratio of 0.76x compares to a Real Estate sector median of 0.75x, placing it in the 54th percentile.
Who are O's closest peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio?
The closest Real Estate peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio include: AMH (0.74x), REG (0.73x), AVB (0.80x), ARE (0.82x), PLD (0.65x).
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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0.76x
Sector Median
0.75x
Sector Avg
1.33x
How O's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compares to sector peers.
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