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QSR Debt-to-Equity Ratio Analysis

3.55x

Higher than 93% of Consumer Cyclical sector peers

Updated 611h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

The debt-to-equity ratio of 3.55x means the company uses $3.55 of debt for every $1 of shareholder equity, indicating heavy leverage compared to a conservative capital structure.

Sector Performance

93th percentile

QSR

3.55x

Sector Median

0.47x

Sector Avg

1.84x

Prior Period

4.19x(May 2026)

↑ Improving

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Deep Analysis

The debt-to-equity ratio of 3.55x means the company uses $3.55 of debt for every $1 of shareholder equity, indicating heavy leverage compared to a conservative capital structure.

Sector peers have a median of 0.47x, and QSR sits in the 91st percentile, meaning it carries far more debt than most companies in the consumer cyclical space. The trend is not reported: the year-over-year change is N/A, and the quarter-over-quarter change is N/A, so no recent direction can be confirmed from the data. This combination of a very high current leverage level and an unknown trend leaves the risk profile elevated but without clarity on whether it is improving or worsening. The elevated ratio implies higher interest obligations and financial vulnerability, which adds to investment risk. This metric directly contradicts a larger shift toward optimism and instead supports the overall CAUTIOUS verdict.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

QSR's Debt-to-Equity Ratio of 3.55x compares to a Consumer Cyclical sector median of 0.47x, placing it in the 93th percentile.

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

The closest Consumer Cyclical peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio include: SKX (0.47x), ROL (0.49x), BOOT (0.59x), CAVA (0.62x), BWA (0.69x).

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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.