The Home Depot, Inc. (HD) Debt to Equity Ratio: 5.10
Is The Home Depot, Inc.’s debt to equity ratio high or low?
The Home Depot, Inc.'s debt to equity ratio of 5.10 is 79% below its 5-year average of 24.19, near the low end of its 5-year range (5.10–50.04).
The debt to equity ratio for The Home Depot, Inc. (HD) is 5.10 as of Tuesday, June 9, 2026. It is below its 12-month average by 29.56% (7.24).
HD Debt to Equity Ratio Chart
HD Average Debt to Equity Ratio Chart
HD Current vs Average Debt to Equity Ratio Chart
HD Debt to Equity Ratio Metrics
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO
5.10
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG TTM
7.24
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 3Y
21.51
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 5Y
24.19
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 10Y
19.14
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 15Y
11.80
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 20Y
8.50
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-29.56%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-76.29%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-78.92%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-73.35%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-56.76%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-39.98%
HD Competitors' Debt to Equity Ratio
| NAME | MARKET CAP | DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Home Depot, Inc. (HD) | — | 5.10 | 7.24 | 21.51 | 24.19 |
| Alibaba Group Holding Limited (BABA) | $279.34B | 0.25 | 0.25 | 0.23 | 0.21 |
| McDonald's Corporation (MCD) | $200.54B | -30.62 | 2.28 | 1.58 | 1.33 |
| The TJX Companies, Inc. (TJX) | $182.13B | 1.32 | 1.42 | 1.64 | 1.88 |
| Booking Holdings Inc. (BKNG) | $127.07B | -3.46 | 3.26 | 2.65 | 2.07 |
| Lowe's Companies, Inc. (LOW) | $121.88B | -4.51 | 15.14 | 9.40 | 6.95 |
| Starbucks Corporation (SBUX) | $111.02B | -3.29 | 4.40 | 2.45 | 1.75 |
| Marriott International, Inc. (MAR) | $103.79B | -4.53 | 13.74 | 17.59 | 12.81 |
| MercadoLibre, Inc. (MELI) | $83.20B | 1.69 | 1.63 | 1.99 | 1.93 |
| Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. (HLT) | $77.99B | -2.91 | 8.21 | 4.82 | 4.11 |
Financial Health
Debt/Equity
5.10
Current Ratio
1.06
The Home Depot, 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 Home Depot, Inc. Debt to Equity Ratio FAQ
- What is the debt to equity ratio for The Home Depot, Inc. (HD)?
- The debt to equity ratio for HD stock is 5.10.
- Is The Home Depot, Inc.'s debt to equity ratio high or low?
- The Home Depot, Inc.'s debt to equity ratio of 5.10 is 79% below its 5-year average of 24.19, near the low end of its 5-year range (5.10–50.04).
- What is the TTM average debt to equity ratio for The Home Depot, Inc. (HD)?
- The TTM average debt to equity ratio for HD stock is 7.24.
- What is the 3Y average debt to equity ratio for The Home Depot, Inc. (HD)?
- The 3Y average debt to equity ratio for HD stock is 21.51.
- What is the 5Y average debt to equity ratio for The Home Depot, Inc. (HD)?
- The 5Y average debt to equity ratio for HD stock is 24.19.
- What is the 10Y average debt to equity ratio for The Home Depot, Inc. (HD)?
- The 10Y average debt to equity ratio for HD stock is 19.14.
- What is the 15Y average debt to equity ratio for The Home Depot, Inc. (HD)?
- The 15Y average debt to equity ratio for HD stock is 11.80.
- What is the 20Y average debt to equity ratio for The Home Depot, Inc. (HD)?
- The 20Y average debt to equity ratio for HD stock is 8.50.
The Home Depot, Inc. Debt to Equity Ratio History
| DATE | DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO |
|---|---|
| 2026-02-01 | 5.10 |
| 2025-02-02 | 9.38 |
| 2024-01-28 | 50.04 |
| 2023-01-29 | 32.24 |
| 2021-01-31 | 13.16 |
| 2018-01-31 | 18.59 |
| 2017-01-31 | 5.45 |
| 2016-01-31 | 3.36 |
| 2015-01-31 | 1.84 |
| 2014-01-31 | 1.18 |
| 2013-01-31 | 0.61 |
| 2012-01-31 | 0.60 |
| 2011-01-31 | 0.52 |
| 2010-01-31 | 0.50 |
| 2009-01-31 | 0.64 |
| 2008-01-31 | 0.76 |
| 2007-01-31 | 0.47 |
| 2006-01-31 | 0.15 |
| 2005-01-31 | 0.09 |
| 2004-01-31 | 0.06 |
| 2003-01-31 | 0.07 |
| 2002-01-31 | 0.07 |
| 2001-01-31 | 0.10 |
| 2000-01-31 | 0.06 |
| 1999-01-31 | 0.18 |
| 1998-01-31 | 0.18 |
| 1997-01-31 | 0.21 |
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About The Home Depot, Inc.
The Home Depot, Inc. operates as a prominent retailer specializing in home renovation and improvement. Through its expansive network of "The Home Depot" stores, it furnishes consumers with an extensive array of goods, including building materials, home enhancement products, lawn and garden supplies, decorative items, and facilities maintenance, repair, and operational (MRO) supplies. In addition to selling products, the company extends professional installation services for key home features like flooring, cabinetry (including makeovers), countertops, furnaces and central air conditioning systems, and window replacements. Customers can also access tool and equipment rental options. Its diverse clientele includes both individual homeowners and a broad spectrum of professional clients, such as renovators, general contractors, maintenance personnel, handymen, property managers, building service contractors, and specialized tradespeople like electricians, plumbers, and painters. The firm also distributes its merchandise through several online platforms, notably homedepot.com, along with specialized sites such as blinds.com for bespoke window coverings and thecompanystore.com for home textiles and decorative goods. By the end of 2021, the corporation operated a total of 2,317 outlets across the United States. Incorporated in 1978, The Home Depot, Inc. maintains its corporate headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia.
- Sector
- Consumer Cyclical
- Industry
- Home Improvement
- CEO
- Edward Decker