STE Debt-to-Equity Ratio Analysis
Updated 201h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
The debt-to-equity ratio measures a company's financial leverage by dividing total liabilities by shareholders' equity; STE's current ratio of 0.26x means it uses 26 cents of debt for every dollar of equity.
Sector Performance
21th percentileSTE
0.26x
Sector Median
0.74x
Sector Avg
2.51x
Prior Period
0.27x(Aug 2026)
Deep Analysis
The debt-to-equity ratio measures a company's financial leverage by dividing total liabilities by shareholders' equity; STE's current ratio of 0.26x means it uses 26 cents of debt for every dollar of equity.
This is well below the sector median of 0.74x, placing STE in the 21st percentile of sector peers, indicating lower leverage than most comparable companies. The year-over-year change is not available, but quarter-over-quarter the ratio fell by 3.7% from 0.27x to 0.26x over the two most recent reported periods. The combination of a low ratio and a recent decline suggests STE carries modest debt and is reducing it further, which lowers financial risk but also may signal limited appetite for growth through borrowing. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict because while the low leverage reduces downside risk, it does not by itself indicate a compelling investment opportunity.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Debt-to-Equity Ratio tell investors about STE?
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 STE'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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0.26x
Sector Median
0.74x
Sector Avg
2.51x
How STE's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compares to sector peers.
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