Debt-to-Equity Ratio
Higher than 11% of Communication Services sector peers
Updated 24h ago
Sector Performance
11th percentileWBD
0.05x
Sector Median
0.36x
Sector Avg
0.50x
Deep Analysis
Warner Bros.
Discovery’s debt-to-equity ratio of 0.05x means the company uses very little debt relative to the money invested by shareholders, indicating low financial leverage. This is well below the sector median of 0.36x, placing WBD in the 11th percentile among Communication Services peers — the ratio is far lower than most competitors. The trend is not available: year-over-year change is listed as N/A, and quarter-over-quarter change is also N/A, with only a single historical value reported. The combination of a very low debt level and no trend data suggests minimal immediate financial risk from leverage, but also leaves uncertainty about how quickly the company might increase borrowing. This metric alone does not contradict the overall CAUTIOUS verdict, because a low debt ratio can signal financial stability, yet other factors likely underpin the cautious view.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Debt-to-Equity Ratio tell investors about WBD?
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 WBD's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compare to its sector?
WBD's Debt-to-Equity Ratio of 0.05x compares to a Communication Services sector median of 0.36x, placing it in the 11th percentile.
Who are WBD's closest peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio?
The closest Communication Services peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio include: BIDU (0.36x), META (0.36x), DASH (0.32x), PINS (0.42x), DIS (0.44x).
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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0.05x
Sector Median
0.36x
Sector Avg
0.50x
How WBD's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compares to sector peers.
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