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VRSK Debt-to-Equity Ratio Analysis

-3.75x

Updated 9h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

The debt-to-equity ratio measures how much a company relies on borrowed funds versus shareholder funds; a negative value of -3.75x means its liabilities exceed its assets, leaving negative equity.

Sector Performance

3th percentile

VRSK

-3.75x

Sector Median

0.74x

Sector Avg

2.51x

Prior Period

-3.81x(Jul 2026)

↓ Declining

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Deep Analysis

The debt-to-equity ratio measures how much a company relies on borrowed funds versus shareholder funds; a negative value of -3.75x means its liabilities exceed its assets, leaving negative equity.

This is far below the sector median of 0.73x, placing the company in the 3rd percentile among peers, where only 3% of sector companies have a lower (more negative) ratio. Trend data is unavailable: the year-over-year change is N/A and the quarter-over-quarter change is N/A, so no directional signal can be derived. The combination of an extremely negative ratio and no trend history implies elevated financial risk, as negative equity often signals distress or prior losses. This metric contradicts the overall NEUTRAL verdict, because a debt-to-equity ratio of -3.75x indicates a balance sheet condition that warrants caution rather than neutrality.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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 VRSK's closest peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio?

The closest peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio include: TAP (0.76x), PCAR (0.72x), O (0.78x), PRU (0.78x), KIM (0.85x).

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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.