WTW Debt-to-Equity Ratio Analysis
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Key Takeaway
A debt-to-equity ratio of 0.85x means the company carries 85 cents of debt for every dollar of shareholders' equity, indicating moderate leverage.
Sector Performance
57th percentileWTW
0.85x
Sector Median
0.74x
Sector Avg
2.51x
Prior Period
0.79x(Jul 2026)
Deep Analysis
A debt-to-equity ratio of 0.85x means the company carries 85 cents of debt for every dollar of shareholders' equity, indicating moderate leverage.
This sits above the sector median of 0.74x, placing it in the 57th percentile among peers, so leverage is slightly higher than typical. The year-over-year change is not available, but the quarter-over-quarter change shows a +7.6% increase, with the ratio rising from 0.79x to 0.85x. The combination of near-median leverage and a rising quarterly trend points to a modest increase in financial risk, though not an alarming one. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict: the level is not extreme, but the upward direction warrants attention rather than enthusiasm or concern.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Debt-to-Equity Ratio tell investors about WTW?
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 WTW'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), GLW (0.67x).
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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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0.85x
Sector Median
0.74x
Sector Avg
2.51x
How WTW's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compares to sector peers.
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