Debt-to-Equity Ratio
Higher than 81% of Consumer Cyclical sector peers
Updated 1081h ago
Sector Performance
81th percentileSHAK
1.75x
Sector Median
0.47x
Sector Avg
1.16x
Deep Analysis
Shake Shack’s Debt-to-Equity ratio of 1.75x means the company uses $1.75 of debt for every $1 of shareholder equity, indicating it relies heavily on borrowed funds to finance its operations.
This is notably higher than the sector median of 0.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Debt-to-Equity Ratio tell investors about SHAK?
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 SHAK's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compare to its sector?
SHAK's Debt-to-Equity Ratio of 1.75x compares to a Consumer Cyclical sector median of 0.47x, placing it in the 81th percentile.
Who are SHAK's closest peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio?
The closest Consumer Cyclical peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio include: COLM (0.30x), BROS (0.29x), BABA (0.25x), PHM (0.19x), ROST (0.16x).
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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1.75x
Sector Median
0.47x
Sector Avg
1.16x
How SHAK's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compares to sector peers.
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