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TSLA Debt-to-Equity Ratio Analysis

0.10x

Higher than 14% of Consumer Cyclical sector peers

Updated 105h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

Debt-to-Equity Ratio measures a company's total liabilities relative to shareholders' equity, and Tesla's 0.10x means it uses 10 cents of debt for every dollar of equity.

Sector Performance

14th percentile

TSLA

0.10x

Sector Median

0.47x

Sector Avg

1.84x

Prior Period

0.11x(Jul 2026)

↑ Improving

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Deep Analysis

Debt-to-Equity Ratio measures a company's total liabilities relative to shareholders' equity, and Tesla's 0.10x means it uses 10 cents of debt for every dollar of equity.

This is far below the sector median of 0.47x, placing Tesla in the 16th percentile among Consumer Cyclical peers, indicating lower leverage than most

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

TSLA's Debt-to-Equity Ratio of 0.10x compares to a Consumer Cyclical sector median of 0.47x, placing it in the 14th percentile.

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

The closest Consumer Cyclical peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio include: ROL (0.49x), BOOT (0.59x), CAVA (0.62x), BWA (0.69x), GME (0.71x).

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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.