Company Health
What is Debt-to-Equity?
How much a company borrowed vs. what it actually owns
Full Explanation
High debt-to-equity means the company borrowed a lot. This is risky when interest rates are high. Low D/E = financially conservative.
Pro Tip
Under 1.0 is a common rule of thumb for most businesses — but context matters. Banks, utilities, and real estate companies routinely run D/E above 1.0 by design and are considered healthy. Always compare within the same industry.
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