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WBD Debt-to-Equity Ratio Analysis

1.00x

Updated 313h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

The debt-to-equity ratio measures how much a company relies on borrowed money versus shareholder investment; a ratio of 1.00x means WBD has equal amounts of debt and equity.

Sector Performance

63th percentile

WBD

1.00x

Sector Median

0.73x

Sector Avg

0.13x

Prior Period

0.05x(May 2026)

↓ Declining

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Deep Analysis

The debt-to-equity ratio measures how much a company relies on borrowed money versus shareholder investment; a ratio of 1.00x means WBD has equal amounts of debt and equity.

Among sector peers, the median is 0.72x, placing WBD in the 65th percentile—higher than most peers, indicating above-average leverage. Year-over-year change is not available, but quarter-over-quarter the ratio surged from 0.05x to 1.00x, a +1900.0% jump. This combination of a debt level already above the sector median and a massive quarterly spike signals elevated financial risk, as the company has taken on substantially more debt relative to equity in a short period. The sharp increase suggests either a restructuring event or aggressive borrowing, which may pressure future earnings and increase vulnerability to interest rate changes. This metric directly supports the overall CAUTIOUS verdict, because the high and rapidly rising debt-to-equity ratio points to potential instability and heightened default risk.

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.

Who are WBD's closest peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio?

The closest peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio include: FICO (-1.73x), SBUX (-1.78x), HLT (-2.09x), MSCI (-2.31x), ETSY (-2.62x).

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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.