Debt-to-Equity Ratio
Higher than 74% of Financial Services sector peers
Updated 21h ago
Sector Performance
74th percentileV
0.67x
Sector Median
0.41x
Sector Avg
0.70x
Deep Analysis
Visa’s current Debt-to-Equity Ratio of 0.67x means that for every dollar of shareholder equity, the company carries $0.67 in debt — a measure of how much leverage it uses to fund its operations.
This ratio sits above the sector median of 0.41x, placing Visa in the 74th percentile among Financial Services peers, indicating a higher debt load than roughly three-quarters of comparable firms. The metric has remained completely stable over the past eight quarters, with both the year-over-year and quarter-over-quarter changes at exactly +0.0%. Together, the moderately elevated but unchanging debt level suggests Visa manages its leverage consistently, which lowers the surprise risk tied to sudden balance-sheet shifts for investors. This combination of a higher-than-median ratio paired with zero volatility supports the overall BULLISH verdict, as the stable trend implies disciplined capital structure despite taking on more debt than peers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Debt-to-Equity Ratio tell investors about V?
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 V's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compare to its sector?
V's Debt-to-Equity Ratio of 0.67x compares to a Financial Services sector median of 0.41x, placing it in the 74th percentile.
Who are V's closest peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio?
The closest Financial Services peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio include: RJF (0.43x), AIZ (0.38x), SPGI (0.44x), COF (0.45x), AFL (0.35x).
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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0.67x
Sector Median
0.41x
Sector Avg
0.70x
How V's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compares to sector peers.
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