ZBH Debt-to-Equity Ratio Analysis
Higher than 61% of Healthcare sector peers
Updated 806h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
The debt-to-equity ratio compares total liabilities to shareholders’ equity, showing how much of a company’s funding comes from debt versus owners’ capital.
Sector Performance
61th percentileZBH
0.59x
Sector Median
0.26x
Sector Avg
0.89x
Prior Period
0.51x(May 2026)
Deep Analysis
The debt-to-equity ratio compares total liabilities to shareholders’ equity, showing how much of a company’s funding comes from debt versus owners’ capital.
ZBH’s current 0.59x means it carries 59 cents of debt for every dollar of equity. That level sits above the healthcare sector median of 0.26x, placing the company in the 61st percentile among peers, or higher leverage than roughly 61% of the group. Historical data are limited to a single observation, and both year-over-year and quarter-over-quarter changes are not available, so no trend direction can be established from this payload.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Debt-to-Equity Ratio tell investors about ZBH?
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 ZBH's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compare to its sector?
ZBH's Debt-to-Equity Ratio of 0.59x compares to a Healthcare sector median of 0.26x, placing it in the 61th percentile.
Who are ZBH's closest peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio?
The closest Healthcare peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio include: BIO (0.17x), BIIB (0.34x), NTLA (0.13x), TECH (0.10x), BEAM (0.09x).
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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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0.59x
Sector Median
0.26x
Sector Avg
0.89x
How ZBH's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compares to sector peers.
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