PLD Debt-to-Equity Ratio Analysis
Updated 153h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
A debt-to-equity ratio of 0.68x means PLD uses 68 cents of debt for every $1 of shareholders' equity, a standard measure of financial leverage.
Sector Performance
47th percentilePLD
0.68x
Sector Median
0.74x
Sector Avg
2.51x
Prior Period
0.65x(Jul 2026)
Deep Analysis
A debt-to-equity ratio of 0.68x means PLD uses 68 cents of debt for every $1 of shareholders' equity, a standard measure of financial leverage.
This sits below the sector median of 0.73x, placing PLD in the 46th percentile among peers, so its leverage is slightly lighter than that of a typical sector company. The 8-quarter trend is not available, the year-over-year change is N/A, but the quarter-over-quarter change is +4.6%, rising from 0.65x to 0.68x. The combination of a below-average level and a modest quarterly increase implies that PLD’s financial risk is currently contained, though the uptick merits monitoring if it continues. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict because the leverage level presents no immediate red flag or distinct advantage at its current position.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Debt-to-Equity Ratio tell investors about PLD?
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 PLD'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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0.68x
Sector Median
0.74x
Sector Avg
2.51x
How PLD's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compares to sector peers.
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