STLD Debt-to-Equity Ratio Analysis
Updated 361h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
The debt-to-equity ratio of 0.46x means that for every dollar of shareholder equity, STLD has $0.46 of debt, indicating a conservative capital structure with low leverage.
Sector Performance
32th percentileSTLD
0.46x
Sector Median
0.73x
Sector Avg
0.13x
Deep Analysis
The debt-to-equity ratio of 0.46x means that for every dollar of shareholder equity, STLD has $0.46 of debt, indicating a conservative capital structure with low leverage.
This is below the sector median of 0.72x, placing the company at the 33rd percentile among its peers — meaning two-thirds of competitors carry more debt relative to equity. Trend data is not available: both the year-over-year change and quarter-over-quarter change are listed as N/A, so no direction can be inferred from the single reported value. With a low debt level but no trend to confirm stability or deterioration, the metric suggests lower financial risk than the sector average but leaves uncertainty about recent changes. This combination does not contradict the overall NEUTRAL verdict — the conservative leverage alone supports a cautious assessment, but the lack of trend data prevents a stronger bullish or bearish tilt.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Debt-to-Equity Ratio tell investors about STLD?
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 STLD's closest peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio?
The closest peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio include: FICO (-1.73x), SBUX (-1.78x), HLT (-2.09x), MSCI (-2.31x), ETSY (-2.62x).
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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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0.46x
Sector Median
0.73x
Sector Avg
0.13x
How STLD's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compares to sector peers.
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