TEL Debt-to-Equity Ratio Analysis
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Key Takeaway
A debt-to-equity ratio of 0.43x means the company uses 43 cents of debt for every $1 of shareholder equity, indicating a lower reliance on borrowed funds.
Sector Performance
30th percentileTEL
0.43x
Sector Median
0.74x
Sector Avg
2.51x
Deep Analysis
A debt-to-equity ratio of 0.43x means the company uses 43 cents of debt for every $1 of shareholder equity, indicating a lower reliance on borrowed funds.
This sits below the sector median of 0.74x, placing the company in the 29th percentile among peers—meaning most competitors carry more debt relative to equity. The trend data is not available: the year-over-year change is N/A, and the quarter-over-quarter change is also N/A, so no direction can be established from this metric alone. The combination of a low leverage level with no trend information implies a limited current risk from debt, but no evidence of improving or deteriorating financial structure. Because the level is conservative but the trend is unknown, this metric neither adds positive momentum nor raises red flags. This directly supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as the debt position is favorable in isolation but lacks historical context to shift conviction.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Debt-to-Equity Ratio tell investors about TEL?
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 TEL'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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0.43x
Sector Median
0.74x
Sector Avg
2.51x
How TEL's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compares to sector peers.
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