PYPL Debt-to-Equity Ratio Analysis
Updated 963h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
PYPL carries 0.68x debt relative to its equity, meaning for every $1 of shareholder equity it owes $0.68 — a moderate leverage level suggesting no immediate strain on its balance sheet.
Sector Performance
47th percentilePYPL
0.68x
Sector Median
0.72x
Sector Avg
2.46x
Prior Period
0.47x(Jul 2026)
Deep Analysis
PYPL carries 0.68x debt relative to its equity, meaning for every $1 of shareholder equity it owes $0.68 — a moderate leverage level suggesting no immediate strain on its balance sheet.
That sits slightly below the sector median of 0.72x, landing the company at the 47th percentile, close to the middle of its peer group. No YoY or QoQ changes are supplied, and the single historical point at 0.68x means the trend cannot be confirmed as moving in any direction. The stable, near-median picture implies neither rising balance-sheet risk nor a material deleveraging advantage over peers. This metric therefore supports the NEUTRAL verdict: the capital structure provides no clear trigger for added risk or opportunity.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Debt-to-Equity Ratio tell investors about PYPL?
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.
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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
0.72x
Sector Avg
2.46x
How PYPL's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compares to sector peers.
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