The Gap, Inc. (GPS) Debt to Equity Ratio: 1.48
Is The Gap, Inc.’s debt to equity ratio high or low?
The Gap, Inc.'s debt to equity ratio of 1.48 is 28% below its 5-year average of 2.05, near the low end of its 5-year range (1.48–2.70).
The debt to equity ratio for The Gap, Inc. (GPS) is 1.48 as of Tuesday, June 9, 2026. It is below its 12-month average by 6.33% (1.58).
GPS Debt to Equity Ratio Chart
GPS Average Debt to Equity Ratio Chart
GPS Current vs Average Debt to Equity Ratio Chart
GPS Debt to Equity Ratio Metrics
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO
1.48
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG TTM
1.58
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 3Y
1.75
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 5Y
2.05
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 10Y
1.67
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 15Y
1.29
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 20Y
1.00
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-6.33%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-15.59%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-27.88%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-11.43%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
+14.85%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
+48.74%
GPS Competitors' Debt to Equity Ratio
| NAME | MARKET CAP | DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Gap, Inc. (GPS) | — | 1.48 | 1.58 | 1.75 | 2.05 |
| Wayfair Inc. (W) | $9.42B | -1.46 | 0.49 | 0.25 | 0.20 |
| CAVA Group, Inc. (CAVA) | $8.88B | 0.60 | 0.57 | 0.58 | 0.58 |
| Chewy, Inc. (CHWY) | $8.45B | 1.12 | 1.52 | 1.36 | 6.97 |
| GameStop Corp. (GME) | $10.00B | 0.80 | 0.44 | 0.45 | 0.77 |
| Domino's Pizza, Inc. (DPZ) | $10.57B | -1.34 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| The Gap, Inc. (GAP) | $7.80B | 1.48 | 1.58 | 1.99 | 2.20 |
| Etsy, Inc. (ETSY) | $6.53B | -0.68 | 2.65 | 2.06 | 1.43 |
| NIO Inc. (NIO) | $12.45B | 6.31 | 5.99 | 3.58 | 2.54 |
| DraftKings Inc. (DKNG) | $13.69B | 3.06 | 2.19 | 1.75 | 1.30 |
Financial Health
Debt/Equity
1.48
Current Ratio
1.75
The Gap, 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
The Gap, Inc. Debt to Equity Ratio FAQ
- What is the debt to equity ratio for The Gap, Inc. (GPS)?
- The debt to equity ratio for GPS stock is 1.48.
- Is The Gap, Inc.'s debt to equity ratio high or low?
- The Gap, Inc.'s debt to equity ratio of 1.48 is 28% below its 5-year average of 2.05, near the low end of its 5-year range (1.48–2.70).
- What is the TTM average debt to equity ratio for The Gap, Inc. (GPS)?
- The TTM average debt to equity ratio for GPS stock is 1.58.
- What is the 3Y average debt to equity ratio for The Gap, Inc. (GPS)?
- The 3Y average debt to equity ratio for GPS stock is 1.75.
- What is the 5Y average debt to equity ratio for The Gap, Inc. (GPS)?
- The 5Y average debt to equity ratio for GPS stock is 2.05.
- What is the 10Y average debt to equity ratio for The Gap, Inc. (GPS)?
- The 10Y average debt to equity ratio for GPS stock is 1.67.
- What is the 15Y average debt to equity ratio for The Gap, Inc. (GPS)?
- The 15Y average debt to equity ratio for GPS stock is 1.29.
- What is the 20Y average debt to equity ratio for The Gap, Inc. (GPS)?
- The 20Y average debt to equity ratio for GPS stock is 1.00.
The Gap, Inc. Debt to Equity Ratio History
| DATE | DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO |
|---|---|
| 2026-01-31 | 1.48 |
| 2025-02-01 | 1.68 |
| 2024-02-03 | 2.10 |
| 2023-01-28 | 2.70 |
| 2022-01-29 | 2.30 |
| 2021-01-30 | 2.93 |
| 2020-02-01 | 2.32 |
| 2019-02-02 | 0.35 |
| 2018-02-03 | 0.40 |
| 2017-01-28 | 0.45 |
| 2016-01-30 | 0.68 |
| 2015-01-31 | 0.45 |
| 2014-02-01 | 0.46 |
| 2013-02-02 | 0.43 |
| 2012-01-28 | 0.60 |
| 2011-01-29 | 0.22 |
| 2010-01-30 | 0.20 |
| 2009-01-31 | 0.01 |
| 2008-02-02 | 0.04 |
| 2007-02-03 | 0.10 |
| 2006-01-28 | 0.09 |
| 2005-01-29 | 0.38 |
| 2004-01-31 | 0.60 |
| 2003-02-01 | 0.93 |
| 2002-02-02 | 0.67 |
| 2001-02-03 | 0.62 |
| 2000-01-29 | 0.43 |
| 1999-01-30 | 0.37 |
| 1998-01-31 | 0.38 |
| 1997-02-01 | 0.02 |
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About The Gap, Inc.
The Gap, Inc. functions as a prominent global apparel and accessories retailer. The company provides a diverse array of clothing, accessories, and personal care products tailored for men, women, and children, primarily under its renowned brands: Old Navy, Gap, Banana Republic, and Athleta. Its extensive product range encompasses essential items like denim, t-shirts, fleece wear, and khakis, along with accessories such as eyewear, jewelry, footwear, handbags, and fragrances. Athleta specifically focuses on women and girls, offering fitness and lifestyle products suitable for activities from yoga and sports to travel and everyday use. The company engages with its customer base through a multifaceted distribution network, which includes its own company-operated retail stores, independently owned franchise locations, various digital e-commerce platforms, collaborations with third-party vendors, and traditional catalog sales. To expand its international presence, The Gap, Inc. has forged franchise agreements, empowering unaffiliated partners to manage Old Navy, Gap, Athleta, and Banana Republic stores and online platforms throughout Asia, Europe, Latin America, the Middle East, and Africa. As of December 31, 2021, the company's physical retail footprint consisted of 2,835 company-owned stores and an additional 564 franchised outlets. Established in 1969, The Gap, Inc. maintains its corporate headquarters in San Francisco, California.
- Sector
- Consumer Cyclical
- Industry
- Apparel - Retail
- CEO
- Richard Dickson