VZ Debt-to-Equity Ratio Analysis
Updated 297h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
The debt-to-equity ratio measures how much debt a company uses to finance its assets relative to shareholders' equity; at 1.59x, VZ has $1.59 of debt for every $1 of equity.
Sector Performance
78th percentileVZ
1.59x
Sector Median
0.74x
Sector Avg
2.51x
Prior Period
1.67x(Aug 2026)
Deep Analysis
The debt-to-equity ratio measures how much debt a company uses to finance its assets relative to shareholders' equity; at 1.59x, VZ has $1.59 of debt for every $1 of equity.
This is higher than the sector median of 0.74x, placing VZ in the 78th percentile among peers, meaning it is more leveraged than most. The year-over-year change is not available, but quarter-over-quarter the ratio fell 4.8%, from 1.67x to 1.59x. The combination of a high debt level with a recent decline suggests leverage is being reduced, though the absolute level remains elevated. That reduction is a mild positive, but the elevated leverage still signals higher financial risk than peers. Overall, this metric supports the NEUTRAL verdict: the high debt level is a concern, while the recent downward trend offers some offset.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Debt-to-Equity Ratio tell investors about VZ?
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 VZ'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.
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1.59x
Sector Median
0.74x
Sector Avg
2.51x
How VZ's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compares to sector peers.
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