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OWL Debt-to-Equity Ratio Analysis

1.91x

Updated 227h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

A debt-to-equity ratio of 1.91x means the company uses $1.91 of debt for every $1 of shareholder equity, indicating a leveraged capital structure.

Sector Performance

83th percentile

OWL

1.91x

Sector Median

0.74x

Sector Avg

2.52x

Prior Period

1.82x(Jul 2026)

↓ Declining

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Deep Analysis

A debt-to-equity ratio of 1.91x means the company uses $1.91 of debt for every $1 of shareholder equity, indicating a leveraged capital structure.

This is far above the sector median of 0.73x, placing OWL in the 84th percentile among peers, so only 16% of comparable firms carry more debt. The year-over-year change is not available, and the trend over the last 8 quarters is also not available, but the quarter-over-quarter change is +4.9%, with historical values rising from 1.82x to 1.91x. The combination of a high leverage level relative to peers and a rising quarterly ratio suggests increased financial risk from debt obligations. That risk, however, is balanced within the context of the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as this metric alone does not signal a clear downside. This metric partially supports the NEUTRAL stance: the high and rising leverage warrants caution, but it is not decisive enough to shift the verdict to bearish.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Debt-to-Equity Ratio tell investors about OWL?

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 OWL's closest peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio?

The closest peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio include: W (-1.00x), MSCI (-2.37x), SBAC (-2.75x), LCID (-3.08x), TDG (-3.41x).

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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.