PCAR Debt-to-Equity Ratio Analysis
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Key Takeaway
The debt-to-equity ratio compares a company’s total liabilities to its shareholders’ equity, showing how much leverage it uses to fund operations; a 0.72x means liabilities are 72% of equity.
Sector Performance
49th percentilePCAR
0.72x
Sector Median
0.74x
Sector Avg
2.51x
Prior Period
0.76x(Jul 2026)
Deep Analysis
The debt-to-equity ratio compares a company’s total liabilities to its shareholders’ equity, showing how much leverage it uses to fund operations; a 0.72x means liabilities are 72% of equity.
This sits just below the sector median of 0.73x, placing PCAR at the 49th percentile among peers, so leverage is essentially middle-of-the-pack. The year-over-year change is not available, but quarter-over-quarter the ratio fell 5.3%, from 0.76x to 0.72x, indicating a mild reduction in leverage. A level near the sector norm combined with a declining ratio suggests no unusual financial strain, while the improvement offers a slight cushion if conditions worsen. This metric aligns with the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as it neither flags excess risk nor signals a standout advantage over peers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Debt-to-Equity Ratio tell investors about PCAR?
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 PCAR's closest peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio?
The closest peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio include: TAP (0.76x), O (0.78x), PRU (0.78x), GLW (0.67x), 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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0.72x
Sector Median
0.74x
Sector Avg
2.51x
How PCAR's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compares to sector peers.
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