Brown-Forman Corporation (BF-B) Debt to Equity Ratio: 0.54
Is Brown-Forman Corporation’s debt to equity ratio high or low?
Brown-Forman Corporation's debt to equity ratio of 0.54 is 32% below its 5-year average of 0.80, near the low end of its 5-year range (0.54–0.96).
As of Friday, June 12, 2026. 11.48% below its 12-month average of 0.61.
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BF-B Average Debt to Equity Ratio Chart
BF-B Current vs Average Debt to Equity Ratio Chart
BF-B Debt to Equity Ratio Metrics
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO
0.54
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG TTM
0.61
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 3Y
0.75
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 5Y
0.80
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 10Y
1.10
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 15Y
0.90
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 20Y
0.81
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-11.48%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-27.76%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-32.22%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-50.83%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-40.12%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-33.49%
BF-B Competitors' Debt to Equity Ratio
| NAME | MARKET CAP | DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brown-Forman Corporation (BF-B) | $12.44B | 0.54 | 0.61 | 0.75 | 0.80 |
| The J. M. Smucker Company (SJM) | $12.46B | 1.28 | 1.28 | 1.07 | 0.91 |
| The Clorox Company (CLX) | $11.89B | 8.97 | 8.91 | 9.17 | 7.97 |
| McCormick & Company, Incorporated (MKC) | $13.24B | 0.70 | 0.77 | 0.90 | 1.02 |
| Hormel Foods Corporation (HRL) | $13.45B | 0.36 | 0.36 | 0.40 | 0.38 |
| Celsius Holdings, Inc. (CELH) | $7.26B | 0.23 | 0.13 | 0.06 | 0.05 |
| General Mills, Inc. (GIS) | $18.05B | 1.66 | 1.54 | 1.34 | 1.41 |
| Conagra Brands, Inc. (CAG) | $6.43B | 0.90 | 0.96 | 1.01 | 1.06 |
| Dollar Tree, Inc. (DLTR) | $22.08B | 1.23 | 1.60 | 1.40 | 1.33 |
| Church & Dwight Co., Inc. (CHD) | $23.00B | 0.55 | 0.55 | 0.65 | 0.70 |
Financial Health
Debt/Equity
0.54
Current Ratio
3.24
Brown-Forman Corporation Debt to Equity Ratio Formula & Definition
Debt to Equity measures financial leverage by comparing total debt to shareholders' equity.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
Brown-Forman Corporation Debt to Equity Ratio FAQ
- What is the debt to equity ratio for Brown-Forman Corporation (BF-B)?
- The debt to equity ratio for BF-B stock is 0.54.
- Is Brown-Forman Corporation's debt to equity ratio high or low?
- Brown-Forman Corporation's debt to equity ratio of 0.54 is 32% below its 5-year average of 0.80, near the low end of its 5-year range (0.54–0.96).
- What is the TTM average debt to equity ratio for Brown-Forman Corporation (BF-B)?
- The TTM average debt to equity ratio for BF-B stock is 0.61.
- What is the 3Y average debt to equity ratio for Brown-Forman Corporation (BF-B)?
- The 3Y average debt to equity ratio for BF-B stock is 0.75.
- What is the 5Y average debt to equity ratio for Brown-Forman Corporation (BF-B)?
- The 5Y average debt to equity ratio for BF-B stock is 0.80.
- What is the 10Y average debt to equity ratio for Brown-Forman Corporation (BF-B)?
- The 10Y average debt to equity ratio for BF-B stock is 1.10.
- What is the 15Y average debt to equity ratio for Brown-Forman Corporation (BF-B)?
- The 15Y average debt to equity ratio for BF-B stock is 0.90.
- What is the 20Y average debt to equity ratio for Brown-Forman Corporation (BF-B)?
- The 20Y average debt to equity ratio for BF-B stock is 0.81.
Brown-Forman Corporation Debt to Equity Ratio History
| DATE | DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO |
|---|---|
| 2026-04-30 | 0.54 |
| 2025-04-30 | 0.68 |
| 2024-04-30 | 0.88 |
| 2023-04-30 | 0.89 |
| 2022-04-30 | 0.83 |
| 2021-04-30 | 0.96 |
| 2020-04-30 | 1.32 |
| 2019-04-30 | 1.51 |
| 2018-04-30 | 1.94 |
| 2017-04-30 | 1.57 |
| 2016-04-30 | 0.96 |
| 2015-04-30 | 0.62 |
| 2014-04-30 | 0.49 |
| 2013-04-30 | 0.62 |
| 2012-04-30 | 0.25 |
| 2011-04-30 | 0.37 |
| 2010-04-30 | 0.37 |
| 2009-04-30 | 0.55 |
| 2008-04-30 | 0.58 |
| 2007-04-30 | 0.75 |
| 2006-04-30 | 0.37 |
| 2005-04-30 | 0.48 |
| 2004-04-30 | 0.63 |
| 2003-04-30 | 1.00 |
| 2002-04-30 | 0.16 |
| 2001-04-30 | 0.21 |
| 2000-04-30 | 0.25 |
| 1999-04-30 | 0.32 |
| 1998-04-30 | 0.20 |
| 1997-04-30 | 0.10 |
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About Brown-Forman Corporation
Brown-Forman Corporation, along with its subsidiaries, operates globally within the alcoholic beverage industry. The company is actively involved in the production, distillation, bottling, international trade (importing and exporting), marketing, and sale of a diverse portfolio of alcoholic products. Its extensive offerings encompass a wide variety of spirits, wines, and whiskey products, including specialty whiskey spirits and flavored whiskey liqueurs. The range also features convenient ready-to-drink and ready-to-pour options, pre-mixed cocktails, vodkas, tequilas, champagnes, brandy, bourbons, and other liqueurs. These beverages are primarily marketed under prominent brands such as Jack Daniel's, Reserve, Old Forester, Coopers' Craft, Herradura, el Jimador, New Mix, Korbel Champagnes, Sonoma-Cutrer, Finlandia, GlenDronach, Benriach, Glenglassaugh, Chambord, Slane, and Fords Gin. Beyond beverage sales, Brown-Forman also engages in the sale of used barrels, bulk whiskey, and wine, in addition to offering contract bottling services. The company's distribution model involves reaching retail customers and end consumers through independent distributors or state governments, while directly supplying retailers, wholesalers, and provincial governments. With a history dating back to its founding in 1870, Brown-Forman Corporation is headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky, and conducts substantial operations across the United States, Germany, Australia, the United Kingdom, Mexico, and numerous other international markets.
- Sector
- Consumer Defensive
- Industry
- Beverages - Wineries & Distilleries
- CEO
- Lawson E. Whiting