Debt to Equity Ratio: 3.16
Is the debt to equity ratio high or low?
The debt to equity ratio of 3.16 is 218% above its 5-year average of -2.68, near the high end of its 5-year range (-41.17–7.73).
As of Sunday, June 28, 2026. 9.98% below its 12-month average of 3.51.
GEN Debt to Equity Ratio
Reported quarterly debt to equity ratio; no daily interpolation.
GEN Average Debt to Equity Ratio Chart
GEN Current vs Average Debt to Equity Ratio Chart
GEN Debt to Equity Ratio Metrics
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO
3.16
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG TTM
3.51
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 3Y
3.84
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 5Y
4.28
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 10Y
2.74
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 15Y
1.70
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 20Y
0.99
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-9.98%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-17.65%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-26.15%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+15.27%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
+86.39%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
+218.03%
GEN Competitors' Debt to Equity Ratio
| NAME | MARKET CAP | DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gen Digital Inc. (GEN) | $14.73B | 3.16 | 3.51 | 3.84 | 4.28 |
| Nova Ltd. (NVMI)vs › | $15.53B | 0.65 | 0.45 | 0.41 | 0.45 |
| Toast, Inc. (TOST)vs › | $15.71B | 0.02 | 0.02 | 0.04 | 0.05 |
| Broadridge Financial Solutions, Inc. (BR)vs › | $15.95B | 1.30 | 1.48 | 1.68 | 1.76 |
| Nextpower Inc. (NXT)vs › | $16.07B | 0.00 | 0.01 | 0.07 | 0.04 |
| PTC Inc. (PTC)vs › | $13.37B | 0.36 | 0.48 | 0.58 | 0.67 |
| Juniper Networks, Inc. (JNPR)vs › | $13.36B | 0.37 | 0.38 | 0.39 | 0.41 |
| Onto Innovation Inc. (ONTO)vs › | $16.11B | 0.01 | 0.01 | 0.01 | 0.01 |
| Akamai Technologies, Inc. (AKAM)vs › | $16.47B | 1.39 | 1.17 | 1.01 | 0.89 |
| Leidos Holdings, Inc. (LDOS)vs › | $12.80B | 1.21 | 1.21 | 1.22 | 1.25 |
Financial Health
Debt/Equity
3.16
Current Ratio
0.40
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
Debt to Equity Ratio FAQ
- What is the debt to equity ratio for Gen Digital Inc. (GEN)?
- The debt to equity ratio for GEN stock is 3.16.
- Is Gen Digital Inc.'s debt to equity ratio high or low?
- The debt to equity ratio of 3.16 is 218% above its 5-year average of -2.68, near the high end of its 5-year range (-41.17–7.73).
- What is the TTM average debt to equity ratio for Gen Digital Inc. (GEN)?
- The TTM average debt to equity ratio for GEN stock is 3.51.
- What is the 3Y average debt to equity ratio for Gen Digital Inc. (GEN)?
- The 3Y average debt to equity ratio for GEN stock is 3.84.
- What is the 5Y average debt to equity ratio for Gen Digital Inc. (GEN)?
- The 5Y average debt to equity ratio for GEN stock is 4.28.
- What is the 10Y average debt to equity ratio for Gen Digital Inc. (GEN)?
- The 10Y average debt to equity ratio for GEN stock is 2.74.
- What is the 15Y average debt to equity ratio for Gen Digital Inc. (GEN)?
- The 15Y average debt to equity ratio for GEN stock is 1.70.
- What is the 20Y average debt to equity ratio for Gen Digital Inc. (GEN)?
- The 20Y average debt to equity ratio for GEN stock is 0.99.
GEN Debt to Equity Ratio History
| DATE | DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO |
|---|---|
| 2026-04-03 | 3.16 |
| 2026-01-02 | 3.61 |
| 2025-10-03 | 3.54 |
| 2025-07-04 | 3.75 |
| 2025-03-28 | 3.66 |
| 2024-12-27 | 3.97 |
| 2024-09-27 | 4.09 |
| 2024-06-28 | 4.35 |
| 2024-03-29 | 4.04 |
| 2023-12-29 | 3.85 |
| 2023-09-29 | 3.96 |
| 2023-06-30 | 4.11 |
| 2023-03-31 | 4.46 |
| 2022-12-30 | 7.73 |
| 2022-09-30 | 5.96 |
| 2022-06-30 | -11.42 |
| 2022-03-31 | -41.17 |
| 2021-12-31 | -40.24 |
| 2021-09-30 | -17.07 |
| 2021-06-30 | -7.94 |
| 2021-03-31 | -7.39 |
| 2020-12-31 | -7.52 |
| 2020-09-30 | -7.80 |
| 2020-06-30 | -7.34 |
| 2020-03-31 | 432.20 |
| 2019-12-31 | 0.53 |
| 2019-09-30 | 0.76 |
| 2019-06-30 | 0.89 |
| 2019-03-31 | 0.78 |
| 2018-12-31 | 0.85 |
| 2018-09-30 | 0.85 |
| 2018-06-30 | 0.85 |
| 2018-03-31 | 1.00 |
| 2017-12-31 | 1.13 |
| 2017-09-30 | 1.76 |
| 2017-06-30 | 1.83 |
| 2017-03-31 | 2.35 |
| 2016-12-31 | 1.81 |
| 2016-09-30 | 1.86 |
| 2016-06-30 | 0.85 |
| 2016-03-31 | 0.60 |
| 2015-12-31 | 0.32 |
| 2015-09-30 | 0.30 |
| 2015-06-30 | 0.35 |
| 2015-03-31 | 0.35 |
| 2014-12-31 | 0.35 |
| 2014-09-30 | 0.36 |
| 2014-06-30 | 0.36 |
| 2014-03-31 | 0.36 |
| 2013-12-31 | 0.36 |
| 2013-09-30 | 0.37 |
| 2013-06-30 | 0.38 |
| 2013-03-31 | 0.57 |
| 2012-12-31 | 0.60 |
| 2012-09-30 | 0.60 |
| 2012-06-30 | 0.61 |
| 2012-03-31 | 0.40 |
| 2011-12-31 | 0.44 |
| 2011-09-30 | 0.44 |
| 2011-06-30 | 0.44 |
| 2011-03-31 | 0.57 |
| 2010-12-31 | 0.57 |
| 2010-09-30 | 0.56 |
| 2010-06-30 | 0.19 |
| 2010-03-31 | 0.41 |
| 2009-12-31 | 0.42 |
| 2009-09-30 | 0.43 |
| 2009-06-30 | 0.44 |
| 2009-03-31 | 0.53 |
| 2008-12-31 | 0.50 |
| 2008-09-30 | 0.19 |
| 2008-06-30 | 0.19 |
| 2008-03-31 | 0.21 |
| 2007-12-31 | 0.21 |
| 2007-09-30 | 0.19 |
| 2007-06-30 | 0.19 |
| 2007-03-31 | 0.18 |
| 2006-12-31 | 0.17 |
| 2006-09-30 | 0.17 |
| 2006-06-30 | 0.20 |
| 2006-03-31 | 0.04 |
| 2005-12-31 | 0.04 |
| 2005-09-30 | 0.03 |
| 2005-06-30 | 0.00 |
| 2005-03-31 | 0.00 |
| 2004-12-31 | 0.00 |
| 2004-09-30 | 0.22 |
| 2004-06-30 | 0.23 |
| 2004-03-31 | 0.25 |
| 2003-12-31 | 0.26 |
| 2003-09-30 | 0.28 |
| 2003-06-30 | 0.31 |
| 2003-03-31 | 0.34 |
| 2002-12-31 | 0.37 |
| 2002-09-30 | 0.42 |
| 2002-06-30 | 0.42 |
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About Gen Digital Inc.
Gen Digital Inc. delivers a wide array of cyber safety solutions for individual users across the globe, with operations spanning the United States, Canada, Latin America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, the Asia Pacific region, and Japan. Its flagship offering, Norton 360, is a subscription-based, all-in-one cyber protection platform safeguarding PCs, Macs, and mobile devices from a wide spectrum of online dangers like malware, viruses, ransomware, and adware. The company also offers Norton and LifeLock's identity theft protection, which includes proactive monitoring, timely alerts, and professional restoration assistance should identity fraud occur. To bolster online privacy and security, its Norton Secure VPN creates an encrypted tunnel for data, ensuring anonymity. The Privacy Monitor Assistant provides a specialized service where experts assist users in removing their personal data from online data brokers. Home Title Protect helps safeguard property by detecting potential fraud and alerting homeowners. Furthermore, Gen Digital provides Avira Security, another robust portfolio of cybersecurity and privacy tools tailored for consumers. Additional products include Dark Web Monitoring, which continuously scans illicit online spaces for the personal information of Norton 360 subscribers. Its Social Media Monitoring tool enhances the security of social profiles by watching for account takeovers, suspicious activity, and unsuitable content. AntiTrack is designed to preserve digital privacy by blocking online trackers and obscuring users' unique digital fingerprints. An Online Reputation Management service also aids in controlling personal search results, managing digital branding, and maintaining privacy. The company distributes and sells its offerings through a diverse network, including traditional retailers, telecommunications companies, hardware manufacturers (OEMs), employee benefit programs, and its own e-commerce platform. Founded in 1982 and headquartered in Tempe, Arizona, the company adopted its current name, Gen Digital Inc., in November 2022, having previously operated as NortonLifeLock Inc.
- Sector
- Technology
- Industry
- Software - Infrastructure
- CEO
- Vincent Pilette