RIO Debt-to-Equity Ratio Analysis
Updated 374h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
The Debt-to-Equity Ratio measures a company’s total debt against its shareholders’ equity, showing how much leverage it uses.
Sector Performance
27th percentileRIO
0.33x
Sector Median
0.72x
Sector Avg
2.46x
Prior Period
0.35x(Jul 2026)
Deep Analysis
The Debt-to-Equity Ratio measures a company’s total debt against its shareholders’ equity, showing how much leverage it uses.
At 0.33x, RIO carries relatively low debt, meaning it relies more on equity than borrowed funds. That level is well below the sector median of 0.74x, placing RIO in the 25th percentile among peers, so most comparable companies have higher leverage. The year-over-year change is not available, but quarter-over-quarter the ratio fell 5.7% from 0.35x to 0.33x, indicating slightly reduced borrowing. Combining a low and declining ratio points to lower financial risk and greater balance-sheet flexibility, though it may also suggest the company is not aggressively pursuing debt-funded growth. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict: the conservative capital structure is a stabilizing factor, but it does not alone signal a strong buy or sell opportunity.
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.
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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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0.33x
Sector Median
0.72x
Sector Avg
2.46x
How RIO's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compares to sector peers.
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