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QCOM Debt-to-Equity Ratio Analysis

0.56x

Higher than 66% of Technology sector peers

Updated 121h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

A company’s Debt-to-Equity ratio compares total liabilities to shareholders’ equity, showing how much debt it uses to finance operations.

Sector Performance

66th percentile

QCOM

0.56x

Sector Median

0.27x

Sector Avg

0.24x

Prior Period

0.64x(Apr 2026)

↑ Improving

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Deep Analysis

A company’s Debt-to-Equity ratio compares total liabilities to shareholders’ equity, showing how much debt it uses to finance operations.

QCOM’s current ratio of 0.56x means it has $0.56 of debt for every dollar of equity, which is above the technology sector median of 0.27x and places it in the 65th percentile among peers, indicating relatively higher leverage. The year-over-year and quarter-over-quarter changes are both N/A, and the trend over the last eight quarters is also N/A, so no directional signal can be drawn from recent history. The combination of a moderately elevated ratio with no trend data suggests the company carries above-average debt for its sector, which could increase financial risk but does not indicate a sudden shift. This metric supports the overall CAUTIOUS verdict: the higher leverage relative to peers warrants closer monitoring, as it may reduce financial flexibility compared to more conservatively financed competitors.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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 QCOM's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compare to its sector?

QCOM's Debt-to-Equity Ratio of 0.56x compares to a Technology sector median of 0.27x, placing it in the 66th percentile.

Who are QCOM's closest peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio?

The closest Technology peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio include: ADSK (0.85x), SMTC (0.86x), BMBL (0.95x), UCTT (0.96x), BR (1.14x).

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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.