SUNEUTRAL

Debt-to-Equity Ratio

0.22x

Higher than 16% of Energy sector peers

Updated 71h ago

Sector Performance

16th percentile

SU

0.22x

Sector Median

0.68x

Sector Avg

1.12x

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Deep Analysis

Suncor Energy's debt-to-equity ratio of 0.22x means the company uses only $0.22 of debt for every $1 of shareholder equity, indicating a conservative capital structure with low reliance on borrowing.

This is well below the sector median of 0.68x, placing Suncor in the 16th percentile among its Energy peers—meaning 84% of competitors carry higher debt relative to equity. The year-over-year change is not available, but the ratio dropped 31.2% from the prior quarter (from 0.32x to 0.22x), showing a recent and sharp reduction in leverage. The combination of a very low debt level and a declining trend suggests minimal financial risk and strong balance-sheet safety, which could attract risk-averse investors. However, the metric alone does not drive a bullish case; it supports a neutral verdict by confirming Suncor is financially stable but not indicating outsized growth or value catalysts.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Debt-to-Equity Ratio tell investors about SU?

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 SU's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compare to its sector?

SU's Debt-to-Equity Ratio of 0.22x compares to a Energy sector median of 0.68x, placing it in the 16th percentile.

Who are SU's closest peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio?

The closest Energy peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio include: APA (0.68x), REI (0.68x), MTDR (0.62x), AR (0.59x), BKR (0.84x).

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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SU

0.22x

Sector Median

0.68x

Sector Avg

1.12x

How SU's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compares to sector peers.

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