SBUX Debt-to-Equity Ratio Analysis
Updated 417h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
The debt-to-equity ratio measures a company’s total liabilities against its shareholders’ equity.
Sector Performance
5th percentileSBUX
-1.73x
Sector Median
0.74x
Sector Avg
2.51x
Prior Period
-1.78x(Jul 2026)
Deep Analysis
The debt-to-equity ratio measures a company’s total liabilities against its shareholders’ equity.
At -1.73x, SBUX has negative equity, meaning liabilities exceed assets on its balance sheet—a condition that signals financial stress. This is far below the sector median of 0.74x, placing SBUX in the 5th percentile among peers. The year-over-year change is N/A, but quarter-over-quarter the metric improved by +2.8%, from -1.78x to -1.73x. While that small improvement reduces the severity of negative equity, the level itself remains a significant red flag for solvency risk. This combination of a deeply negative ratio and only marginal recent change implies elevated financial risk rather than opportunity. The metric directly supports the overall CAUTIOUS verdict.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Debt-to-Equity Ratio tell investors about SBUX?
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.
Who are SBUX's closest peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio?
The closest peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio include: TAP (0.76x), PCAR (0.72x), O (0.78x), PRU (0.78x), KIM (0.85x).
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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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-1.73x
Sector Median
0.74x
Sector Avg
2.51x
How SBUX's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compares to sector peers.
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