Debt-to-Equity Ratio
Higher than 37% of Industrials sector peers
Updated 150h ago
Sector Performance
37th percentileROP
0.56x
Sector Median
0.72x
Sector Avg
0.79x
Deep Analysis
Roper Technologies’ debt-to-equity ratio of 0.56x means the company uses 56 cents of debt for every dollar of shareholders’ equity, indicating a modest reliance on borrowed funds.
This is lower than the Industrials sector median of 0.79x, and Roper sits at the 36th percentile among peers, meaning 64% of sector companies carry higher leverage. The year-over-year and quarter-over-quarter changes are both reported as N/A, so no trend data is available for this metric. The combination of a below-median ratio with no directional trend implies low financial risk from current debt levels, but the absence of trend information limits any assessment of improving or worsening leverage. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict because the conservative debt profile does not signal a strong positive or negative catalyst, aligning with a balanced view on the stock.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Debt-to-Equity Ratio tell investors about ROP?
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 ROP's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compare to its sector?
ROP's Debt-to-Equity Ratio of 0.56x compares to a Industrials sector median of 0.72x, placing it in the 37th percentile.
Who are ROP's closest peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio?
The closest Industrials peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio include: PWR (0.65x), CHRW (0.79x), ADP (0.63x), RTX (0.56x), CARR (0.90x).
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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0.56x
Sector Median
0.72x
Sector Avg
0.79x
How ROP's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compares to sector peers.
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