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Global Payments Inc. (GPN) Debt to Equity Ratio: 0.95

Is Global Payments Inc.’s debt to equity ratio high or low?

Global Payments Inc.'s debt to equity ratio of 0.95 is 45% above its 5-year average of 0.65, near the high end of its 5-year range (0.36–0.95).

The debt to equity ratio for Global Payments Inc. (GPN) is 0.95 as of Wednesday, June 10, 2026. It is above its 12-month average by 11.76% (0.85).

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GPN Debt to Equity Ratio
0.95+26.67% 1Y
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GPN Average Debt to Equity Ratio Chart

GPN Current vs Average Debt to Equity Ratio Chart

GPN Debt to Equity Ratio Metrics

DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO

0.95

DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG TTM

0.85

DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 3Y

0.77

DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 5Y

0.65

DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 10Y

0.98

DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 15Y

1.10

DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 20Y

0.88

CURRENT VS TTM AVG

+11.76%

CURRENT VS 3Y AVG

+22.58%

CURRENT VS 5Y AVG

+45.04%

CURRENT VS 10Y AVG

-2.88%

CURRENT VS 15Y AVG

-13.93%

CURRENT VS 20Y AVG

+7.55%

GPN Competitors' Debt to Equity Ratio

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Global Payments Inc. (GPN)0.950.850.770.65
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Willis Towers Watson Public Limited Company (WTW)$24.67B0.870.810.700.64
Cincinnati Financial Corporation (CINF)$25.34B0.060.060.070.07
Main Street Capital Corporation (MAIN)$4.78B0.820.790.810.84
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The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc. (HIG)$35.35B0.230.250.280.27
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Financial Health

Debt/Equity

0.95

Current Ratio

1.69

Global Payments Inc. 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

Global Payments Inc. Debt to Equity Ratio FAQ

What is the debt to equity ratio for Global Payments Inc. (GPN)?
The debt to equity ratio for GPN stock is 0.95.
Is Global Payments Inc.'s debt to equity ratio high or low?
Global Payments Inc.'s debt to equity ratio of 0.95 is 45% above its 5-year average of 0.65, near the high end of its 5-year range (0.36–0.95).
What is the TTM average debt to equity ratio for Global Payments Inc. (GPN)?
The TTM average debt to equity ratio for GPN stock is 0.85.
What is the 3Y average debt to equity ratio for Global Payments Inc. (GPN)?
The 3Y average debt to equity ratio for GPN stock is 0.77.
What is the 5Y average debt to equity ratio for Global Payments Inc. (GPN)?
The 5Y average debt to equity ratio for GPN stock is 0.65.
What is the 10Y average debt to equity ratio for Global Payments Inc. (GPN)?
The 10Y average debt to equity ratio for GPN stock is 0.98.
What is the 15Y average debt to equity ratio for Global Payments Inc. (GPN)?
The 15Y average debt to equity ratio for GPN stock is 1.10.
What is the 20Y average debt to equity ratio for Global Payments Inc. (GPN)?
The 20Y average debt to equity ratio for GPN stock is 0.88.

Global Payments Inc. Debt to Equity Ratio History

DATEDEBT TO EQUITY RATIO
2025-12-310.95
2024-12-310.75
2023-12-310.76
2022-12-310.64
2021-12-310.47
2020-12-310.36
2019-12-310.35
2018-12-311.46
2017-12-311.40
2016-12-311.84
2016-05-311.78
2015-05-313.08
2014-05-311.84
2013-05-311.00
2012-05-310.45
2011-05-310.53
2010-05-310.58
2009-05-310.31
2008-05-310.00
2007-05-310.00
2006-05-310.00
2005-05-310.32
2004-05-310.29
2003-05-310.11
2002-05-310.10
2001-05-310.29
2000-05-310.06

About Global Payments Inc.

Global Payments Inc. is a prominent provider of payment technology and software solutions, facilitating transactions across various forms including card, electronic, check, and digital payments. Its operations span the Americas, Europe, and the Asia-Pacific regions. The company's business is structured into three primary divisions: Merchant Solutions, Issuer Solutions, and Business and Consumer Solutions. The Merchant Solutions segment offers a comprehensive array of services designed to support businesses in managing their payment processing. These services include transaction authorization, settlement, funding, customer support, chargeback resolution, terminal rental and deployment, robust payment security, consolidated billing, and online reporting. Furthermore, this segment delivers specialized enterprise software solutions that help customers in diverse vertical markets streamline their business operations. It also provides various value-added services, such as point-of-sale (POS) systems, analytics and engagement tools, and even payroll and human capital management services. The Issuer Solutions segment empowers financial institutions and retailers by providing them with platforms to efficiently manage their card portfolios. Additionally, it supplies commercial payment and ePayables solutions specifically for businesses and government entities. Through its Business and Consumer Solutions segment, operating notably under the Netspend brand, the company addresses the financial needs of the underbanked, other consumers, and various businesses. This segment's offerings comprise general-purpose reloadable prepaid debit cards, payroll cards, demand deposit accounts, and other related financial services. Global Payments distributes its products and services through a multifaceted sales and marketing approach, leveraging its direct sales force, trade association partnerships, agent and enterprise software provider networks, referral arrangements with value-added resellers, and independent sales organizations. Founded in 1967, Global Payments Inc. is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.

Atlanta, GA
27,000 employees
Financial Services / Financial - Credit Services
Sector
Financial Services
Industry
Financial - Credit Services
CEO
Cameron Bready