Debt-to-Equity Ratio
Updated 558h ago
Sector Performance
39th percentileVMC
0.54x
Sector Median
0.73x
Sector Avg
0.08x
Deep Analysis
Vulcan Materials Company (VMC) currently has a Debt-to-Equity ratio of 0.54x, meaning it uses $0.54 of debt for every $1.00 of shareholders' equity — a measure of financial leverage.
This is below the sector median of 0.73x, placing VMC in the 38th percentile among its peers, indicating lower reliance on debt compared to most competitors. Both the year-over-year change and quarter-over-quarter change are listed as “N/A,” and no historical trend data is available for the last eight quarters, so no direction can be assessed. With a low debt level and no observable trend, the risk profile appears stable but offers no catalyst for a more bullish or bearish shift. The metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict because the below-median leverage suggests modest financial risk, yet the lack of trend data prevents distinguishing between improving or deteriorating conditions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Debt-to-Equity Ratio tell investors about VMC?
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 VMC's closest peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio?
The closest peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio include: ETSY (-2.62x), MCK (-3.00x), TDG (-3.40x), VRSK (-3.81x), MAR (-4.04x).
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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0.54x
Sector Median
0.73x
Sector Avg
0.08x
How VMC's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compares to sector peers.
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