Debt-to-Equity Ratio
Higher than 67% of Basic Materials sector peers
Updated 152h ago
Sector Performance
67th percentileRIO
0.35x
Sector Median
0.10x
Sector Avg
0.29x
Deep Analysis
RIO’s debt-to-equity ratio of 0.35x means that for every dollar of shareholder equity, the company has $0.35 in debt—a measure of financial leverage.
This is above the Basic Materials sector median of 0.10x, placing RIO in the 67th percentile among peers, indicating it carries more debt than most of its sector. The year-over-year change is not available, but the quarter-over-quarter change shows a decline of 12.5% (from 0.40x to 0.35x), suggesting the company is reducing its reliance on debt. While the current level is elevated relative to the sector, the downward trend signals a gradual deleveraging, which could lower financial risk over time. This combination of above-median leverage but improving trend points to a manageable risk profile rather than a clear opportunity or red flag. Overall, this metric supports the NEUTRAL verdict: the moderate debt load and its reduction neither strongly urge a buy nor a sell.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Debt-to-Equity Ratio tell investors about RIO?
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 RIO's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compare to its sector?
RIO's Debt-to-Equity Ratio of 0.35x compares to a Basic Materials sector median of 0.10x, placing it in the 67th percentile.
Who are RIO's closest peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio?
The closest Basic Materials peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio include: PAAS (0.10x), AG (0.11x), KGC (0.08x), RGLD (0.08x), CDE (0.07x).
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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0.35x
Sector Median
0.10x
Sector Avg
0.29x
How RIO's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compares to sector peers.
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