QUALCOMM Incorporated (QCOM) Debt to Equity Ratio: 0.77
Is QUALCOMM Incorporated’s debt to equity ratio high or low?
QUALCOMM Incorporated's debt to equity ratio of 0.77 is 36% below its 5-year average of 1.21, near the low end of its 5-year range (0.59–2.59).
The debt to equity ratio for QUALCOMM Incorporated (QCOM) is 0.77 as of Wednesday, June 10, 2026. It is above its 12-month average by 13.24% (0.68).
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QCOM Debt to Equity Ratio Metrics
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO
0.77
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG TTM
0.68
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 3Y
0.75
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 5Y
1.21
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 10Y
2.69
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 15Y
1.85
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 20Y
1.41
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+13.24%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+2.67%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-36.10%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-71.34%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-58.48%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-45.52%
QCOM Competitors' Debt to Equity Ratio
| NAME | MARKET CAP | DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| QUALCOMM Incorporated (QCOM) | $202.82B | 0.77 | 0.68 | 0.75 | 1.21 |
| Analog Devices, Inc. (ADI) | $191.81B | 0.26 | 0.24 | 0.23 | 0.21 |
| Arista Networks, Inc. (ANET) | $191.09B | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.01 |
| Amphenol Corporation (APH) | $184.89B | 1.16 | 0.95 | 0.79 | 0.79 |
| Seagate Technology Holdings plc (STX) | $182.47B | -11.03 | 30.24 | 20.95 | 13.54 |
| Marvell Technology, Inc. (MRVL) | $223.92B | 0.33 | 0.33 | 0.31 | 0.29 |
| Palo Alto Networks, Inc. (PANW) | $179.39B | 0.04 | 0.15 | 5.11 | 4.69 |
| Western Digital Corporation (WDC) | $167.87B | 0.96 | 0.84 | 0.77 | 0.81 |
| CrowdStrike Holdings, Inc. (CRWD) | $164.89B | 0.19 | 0.21 | 0.33 | 0.49 |
| Texas Instruments Incorporated (TXN) | $257.37B | 0.95 | 0.92 | 0.80 | 0.77 |
Financial Health
Debt/Equity
0.77
Current Ratio
2.82
QUALCOMM Incorporated Debt to Equity Ratio Formula & Definition
Debt to Equity measures financial leverage by comparing total debt to shareholders' equity.
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QUALCOMM Incorporated Debt to Equity Ratio FAQ
- What is the debt to equity ratio for QUALCOMM Incorporated (QCOM)?
- The debt to equity ratio for QCOM stock is 0.77.
- Is QUALCOMM Incorporated's debt to equity ratio high or low?
- QUALCOMM Incorporated's debt to equity ratio of 0.77 is 36% below its 5-year average of 1.21, near the low end of its 5-year range (0.59–2.59).
- What is the TTM average debt to equity ratio for QUALCOMM Incorporated (QCOM)?
- The TTM average debt to equity ratio for QCOM stock is 0.68.
- What is the 3Y average debt to equity ratio for QUALCOMM Incorporated (QCOM)?
- The 3Y average debt to equity ratio for QCOM stock is 0.75.
- What is the 5Y average debt to equity ratio for QUALCOMM Incorporated (QCOM)?
- The 5Y average debt to equity ratio for QCOM stock is 1.21.
- What is the 10Y average debt to equity ratio for QUALCOMM Incorporated (QCOM)?
- The 10Y average debt to equity ratio for QCOM stock is 2.69.
- What is the 15Y average debt to equity ratio for QUALCOMM Incorporated (QCOM)?
- The 15Y average debt to equity ratio for QCOM stock is 1.85.
- What is the 20Y average debt to equity ratio for QUALCOMM Incorporated (QCOM)?
- The 20Y average debt to equity ratio for QCOM stock is 1.41.
QUALCOMM Incorporated Debt to Equity Ratio History
| DATE | DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO |
|---|---|
| 2025-09-28 | 0.77 |
| 2024-09-30 | 0.59 |
| 2023-09-30 | 0.74 |
| 2022-09-30 | 0.90 |
| 2021-09-30 | 1.64 |
| 2020-09-30 | 2.59 |
| 2019-09-30 | 3.25 |
| 2018-09-30 | 17.64 |
| 2017-09-30 | 0.71 |
| 2016-09-30 | 0.37 |
| 2015-09-30 | 0.35 |
| 2014-09-30 | 0.00 |
| 2013-09-30 | 0.00 |
| 2012-09-30 | 0.03 |
| 2011-09-30 | 0.04 |
| 2010-09-30 | 0.05 |
| 2009-09-30 | 0.00 |
| 2008-09-30 | 0.01 |
| 2007-09-30 | 0.00 |
| 2006-09-30 | 0.00 |
| 2005-09-30 | 0.00 |
| 2004-09-30 | 0.00 |
| 2003-09-30 | 0.03 |
| 2002-09-30 | 0.02 |
| 2001-09-30 | 0.00 |
| 2000-09-30 | 0.00 |
| 1999-09-30 | 0.04 |
| 1998-09-30 | 0.16 |
| 1997-09-30 | 0.12 |
| 1996-09-30 | 0.11 |
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About QUALCOMM Incorporated
QUALCOMM Incorporated is a company dedicated to developing and bringing to market fundamental technologies crucial for the global wireless communication industry. Its operations are structured into three primary segments: Qualcomm CDMA Technologies (QCT), Qualcomm Technology Licensing (QTL), and Qualcomm Strategic Initiatives (QSI). The QCT division specializes in creating and supplying integrated circuits and system software, leveraging 3G, 4G, 5G, and other advanced wireless technologies. These components are essential for a range of products, including those used for wireless voice and data communication, networking, application processing, multimedia, and global positioning. The QTL segment generates revenue by licensing its extensive intellectual property portfolio, which encompasses various patent rights vital for the manufacture and sale of wireless devices, particularly those adhering to standards like CDMA2000, WCDMA, LTE, and OFDMA-based 5G. Through its QSI segment, Qualcomm invests in early-stage companies across diverse sectors such as 5G, artificial intelligence, automotive, consumer electronics, enterprise solutions, cloud computing, and the Internet of Things, aiming to support the introduction of new products and services for both existing and emerging communication applications. Furthermore, the company provides development services and related products to United States government agencies and their contractors. Founded in 1985, QUALCOMM Incorporated maintains its headquarters in San Diego, California.
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- Cristiano Renno Amon