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Debt/equity Ratio
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The debt/equity ratio is a capitalization ratio. The debt/equity ratio equals the sum of companys bonds plus preferred stock divided by the sum of its common stock at par plus capital surplus plus retained earnings. The debt/equity ratio can be found in a companys income statement. The debt/equity ratio is used to measure credit strength and is one indicator of a companys bankruptcy risk. The debt/equity ratio indicates the amount by which a company is financed by credit, or the total amount owed compared to the total amount owned. A higher debt/equity ratio generally means a company has been actively financing its growth with debt. A debt/equity ratio exceeding 100% means that outside capital by lenders exceeds the capital provided by ownership. The average debt/equity ratio varies by industry and what is a normal debt/equity ratio for one company may be high for a company in a different industry.
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