The Coca-Cola Company (KO) Debt to Equity Ratio: 1.41
Is The Coca-Cola Company’s debt to equity ratio high or low?
The Coca-Cola Company's debt to equity ratio of 1.41 is 22% below its 5-year average of 1.80, near the low end of its 5-year range (1.41–2.30).
The debt to equity ratio for The Coca-Cola Company (KO) is 1.41 as of Tuesday, June 9, 2026. It is below its 12-month average by 13.23% (1.63).
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KO Average Debt to Equity Ratio Chart
KO Current vs Average Debt to Equity Ratio Chart
KO Debt to Equity Ratio Metrics
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO
1.41
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG TTM
1.63
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 3Y
1.65
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 5Y
1.80
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 10Y
2.02
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 15Y
1.71
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 20Y
1.40
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-13.23%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-14.55%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-21.81%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-30.29%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-17.66%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
+0.78%
KO Competitors' Debt to Equity Ratio
| NAME | MARKET CAP | DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Coca-Cola Company (KO) | — | 1.41 | 1.63 | 1.65 | 1.80 |
| PepsiCo, Inc. (PEP) | $195.17B | 2.45 | 2.47 | 2.42 | 2.59 |
| Monster Beverage Corporation (MNST) | $88.17B | 0.00 | 0.03 | 0.01 | 0.01 |
| Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. (KDP) | $42.83B | 0.63 | 0.67 | 0.61 | 0.60 |
| Constellation Brands, Inc. (STZ) | $24.12B | 1.39 | 1.57 | 1.49 | 1.29 |
| Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV (BUD) | $156.80B | 0.84 | 0.88 | 0.95 | 1.09 |
Financial Health
Debt/Equity
1.41
Current Ratio
1.46
The Coca-Cola Company 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 Coca-Cola Company Debt to Equity Ratio FAQ
- What is the debt to equity ratio for The Coca-Cola Company (KO)?
- The debt to equity ratio for KO stock is 1.41.
- Is The Coca-Cola Company's debt to equity ratio high or low?
- The Coca-Cola Company's debt to equity ratio of 1.41 is 22% below its 5-year average of 1.80, near the low end of its 5-year range (1.41–2.30).
- What is the TTM average debt to equity ratio for The Coca-Cola Company (KO)?
- The TTM average debt to equity ratio for KO stock is 1.63.
- What is the 3Y average debt to equity ratio for The Coca-Cola Company (KO)?
- The 3Y average debt to equity ratio for KO stock is 1.65.
- What is the 5Y average debt to equity ratio for The Coca-Cola Company (KO)?
- The 5Y average debt to equity ratio for KO stock is 1.80.
- What is the 10Y average debt to equity ratio for The Coca-Cola Company (KO)?
- The 10Y average debt to equity ratio for KO stock is 2.02.
- What is the 15Y average debt to equity ratio for The Coca-Cola Company (KO)?
- The 15Y average debt to equity ratio for KO stock is 1.71.
- What is the 20Y average debt to equity ratio for The Coca-Cola Company (KO)?
- The 20Y average debt to equity ratio for KO stock is 1.40.
The Coca-Cola Company Debt to Equity Ratio History
| DATE | DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 1.41 |
| 2024-12-31 | 1.84 |
| 2023-12-31 | 1.67 |
| 2022-12-31 | 1.68 |
| 2021-12-31 | 1.92 |
| 2020-12-31 | 2.30 |
| 2019-12-31 | 2.33 |
| 2018-12-31 | 2.60 |
| 2017-12-31 | 2.79 |
| 2016-12-31 | 1.98 |
| 2015-12-31 | 1.73 |
| 2014-12-31 | 1.38 |
| 2013-12-31 | 1.12 |
| 2012-12-31 | 0.99 |
| 2011-12-31 | 0.90 |
| 2010-12-31 | 0.76 |
| 2009-12-31 | 0.48 |
| 2008-12-31 | 0.45 |
| 2007-12-31 | 0.43 |
| 2006-12-31 | 0.27 |
| 2005-12-31 | 0.35 |
| 2004-12-31 | 0.45 |
| 2003-12-31 | 0.38 |
| 2002-12-31 | 0.45 |
| 2001-12-31 | 0.45 |
| 2000-12-31 | 0.61 |
| 1999-12-31 | 0.65 |
| 1998-12-31 | 0.61 |
| 1997-12-31 | 0.53 |
| 1996-12-31 | 0.73 |
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About The Coca-Cola Company
The Coca-Cola Company, a prominent global entity in the beverage sector, is dedicated to the creation, marketing, and worldwide sale of a broad spectrum of non-alcoholic refreshments. Its extensive product range encompasses effervescent soft drinks, including various flavored options; still and sparkling waters; sports beverages, coffees, and teas; diverse fruit juices; fortified dairy drinks; and plant-based alternatives, among other liquid offerings. In addition to finished products, the company provides beverage concentrates and syrups, specifically supplying fountain syrups to food service establishments like restaurants and convenience stores. These products are offered under an expansive portfolio of globally recognized brands, such as Coca-Cola, Diet Coke, Fanta, Sprite, Simply, Fresca, Powerade, Dasani, and Minute Maid, to name just a few. The organization leverages a sophisticated distribution network, involving independent bottling partners, a variety of distributors, wholesalers, and retailers, complemented by its own bottling and distribution operations. Established in 1886, the enterprise's central operations are based in Atlanta, Georgia.
- Sector
- Consumer Defensive
- Industry
- Beverages - Non-Alcoholic
- CEO
- Henrique Braun