Debt-to-Equity Ratio
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Sector Performance
74th percentileSJM
1.26x
Sector Median
0.73x
Sector Avg
0.09x
Deep Analysis
The Debt-to-Equity Ratio measures how much a company relies on debt compared to its own shareholders' equity; a ratio of 1.26x means SJM carries $1.26 in debt for every $1.00 of equity.
At 1.26x, SJM’s leverage is above the sector median of 0.73x, placing it in the 73rd percentile among peers — indicating higher financial risk than most competitors. The year-over-year change is N/A, the quarter-over-quarter change is N/A, and the trend over the last eight quarters is also N/A, so no direction can be assessed from historical movement. Because the current level is elevated versus peers and no trend data exists to show improvement, this combination points to a higher risk of financial strain without evidence of deleveraging. This metric directly supports the overall CAUTIOUS verdict: the elevated debt load relative to the sector suggests extra caution is warranted.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Debt-to-Equity Ratio tell investors about SJM?
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 SJM's closest peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio?
The closest peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio include: ETSY (-2.62x), MCK (-3.00x), TDG (-3.40x), VRSK (-3.81x), MAR (-4.04x).
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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1.26x
Sector Median
0.73x
Sector Avg
0.09x
How SJM's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compares to sector peers.
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