UPS Debt-to-Equity Ratio Analysis
Updated 601h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
A company's debt-to-equity ratio compares its total liabilities to shareholders' equity; a current 1.55x means it carries $1.55 of debt for every $1.00 of equity, indicating moderate financial leverage.
Sector Performance
79th percentileUPS
1.55x
Sector Median
0.73x
Sector Avg
0.13x
Prior Period
1.59x(Apr 2026)
Deep Analysis
A company's debt-to-equity ratio compares its total liabilities to shareholders' equity; a current 1.55x means it carries $1.55 of debt for every $1.00 of equity, indicating moderate financial leverage.
Compared to its sector peers, this ratio is much higher than the sector median of 0.73x, placing UPS in the 79th percentile — meaning its debt load is heavier than roughly 79% of similar companies. Year-over-year change is not available, but quarter-over-quarter the ratio has decreased by 2.5%, moving from 1.59x to 1.55x (only two data points are available, so the trend is short). The high relative debt level points to higher financial risk versus peers, yet the small quarterly decline offers a slight offset by suggesting leverage is being reduced modestly. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict: the elevated ratio warrants caution, but the minor improvement keeps the balance from tipping toward a bearish assessment.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Debt-to-Equity Ratio tell investors about UPS?
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 UPS'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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1.55x
Sector Median
0.73x
Sector Avg
0.13x
How UPS's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compares to sector peers.
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