VOD Debt-to-Equity Ratio Analysis
Higher than 90% of Communication Services sector peers
Updated 83h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
The Debt-to-Equity Ratio compares a company’s total liabilities to its shareholder equity; at 0.79x, VOD carries 79 cents of debt for every dollar of equity.
Sector Performance
90th percentileVOD
0.79x
Sector Median
0.32x
Sector Avg
0.35x
Prior Period
1.04x(May 2026)
Deep Analysis
The Debt-to-Equity Ratio compares a company’s total liabilities to its shareholder equity; at 0.79x, VOD carries 79 cents of debt for every dollar of equity.
This level is above the Communication Services sector median of 0.32x, placing VOD in the 92nd percentile among sector peers. The metric’s year-over-year change is N/A, its quarter-over-quarter change is N/A, and no trend direction is available. With no historical movement to assess, the current high leverage relative to peers stands as a standalone risk. Elevated debt combined with an unknown trajectory suggests limited flexibility for funding growth or absorbing shocks. This metric supports the overall CAUTIOUS verdict, as the debt burden is materially heavier than most sector competitors.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Debt-to-Equity Ratio tell investors about VOD?
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 VOD's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compare to its sector?
VOD's Debt-to-Equity Ratio of 0.79x compares to a Communication Services sector median of 0.32x, placing it in the 90th percentile.
Who are VOD's closest peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio?
The closest Communication Services peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio include: BIDU (0.32x), META (0.32x), PINS (0.34x), DASH (0.27x), NFLX (0.47x).
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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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0.79x
Sector Median
0.32x
Sector Avg
0.35x
How VOD's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compares to sector peers.
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