Debt-to-Equity Ratio
Higher than 32% of Financial Services sector peers
Updated 144h ago
Sector Performance
32th percentileSPGI
0.43x
Sector Median
0.71x
Sector Avg
1.60x
Deep Analysis
The debt-to-equity ratio measures how much debt a company uses to finance its operations compared to shareholder equity, with lower values indicating less reliance on borrowing.
S&P Global’s current ratio of 0.43x is well below the Financial Services sector median of 0.71x, placing it in the 30th percentile among peers. The year-over-year change is not available, but the quarter-over-quarter change shows a decrease of 2.3%, from 0.44x to 0.43x. A low ratio that is also trending lower points to conservative leverage and reduced financial risk, which can appeal to risk-averse investors. This combination of a below-average level and a declining trend suggests limited debt-related downside, supporting a neutral investment stance rather than a bullish or bearish one. Overall, the metric aligns with the NEUTRAL verdict by indicating stable, low-risk financial health without strong signals for outperformance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Debt-to-Equity Ratio tell investors about SPGI?
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 SPGI's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compare to its sector?
SPGI's Debt-to-Equity Ratio of 0.43x compares to a Financial Services sector median of 0.71x, placing it in the 32th percentile.
Who are SPGI's closest peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio?
The closest Financial Services peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio include: SCHW (0.67x), IBN (0.61x), COIN (0.59x), AMP (0.53x), HSBC (0.52x).
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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0.43x
Sector Median
0.71x
Sector Avg
1.60x
How SPGI's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compares to sector peers.
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