PG Debt-to-Equity Ratio Analysis
Higher than 0% of CONSUMER DEFENSIVE sector peers
Updated 81h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
The debt-to-equity ratio measures how much debt a company uses to finance its assets relative to shareholders' equity; PG's current 0.63x means it has $0.63 of debt for every $1 of equity.
Sector Performance
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0.63x
Sector Median
0.63x
Sector Avg
0.63x
Prior Period
0.68x(Aug 2026)
Deep Analysis
The debt-to-equity ratio measures how much debt a company uses to finance its assets relative to shareholders' equity; PG's current 0.63x means it has $0.63 of debt for every $1 of equity.
This exactly matches the sector median of 0.63x, placing PG at the 0th percentile among sector peers, meaning no peer has a lower ratio. The year-over-year change is N/A, but the quarter-over-quarter change shows a decline of 7.4%, with the ratio falling from 0.68x to 0.63x. While the longer-term trend is N/A, the recent quarter-over-quarter decline points to reduced leverage or increased equity. The combination of an average sector-level debt load and a recent downward move suggests limited added financial risk, without a clear shift in opportunity. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as PG's leverage is neither a threat nor a standout advantage relative to its consumer defensive peers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Debt-to-Equity Ratio tell investors about PG?
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 PG's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compare to its sector?
PG's Debt-to-Equity Ratio of 0.63x compares to a CONSUMER DEFENSIVE sector median of 0.63x, placing it in the 0th percentile.
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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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0.63x
Sector Median
0.63x
Sector Avg
0.63x
How PG's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compares to sector peers.
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