Smurfit Westrock Plc (SW) Debt to Equity Ratio: 0.75
Is Smurfit Westrock Plc’s debt to equity ratio high or low?
Smurfit Westrock Plc's debt to equity ratio of 0.75 is in line with its 5-year average of 0.78, around the middle of its 5-year range (0.67–0.87).
As of Monday, June 15, 2026. 1.96% below its 12-month average of 0.77.
SW Debt to Equity Ratio Chart
SW Average Debt to Equity Ratio Chart
SW Current vs Average Debt to Equity Ratio Chart
SW Debt to Equity Ratio Metrics
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO
0.75
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG TTM
0.77
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 3Y
0.74
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 5Y
0.78
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 10Y
1.00
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 15Y
1.15
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 20Y
1.31
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-1.96%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+1.69%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-3.85%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-24.66%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-34.89%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-42.68%
SW Competitors' Debt to Equity Ratio
| NAME | MARKET CAP | DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smurfit Westrock Plc (SW) | $22.72B | 0.75 | 0.77 | 0.74 | 0.78 |
| Rivian Automotive, Inc. (RIVN)vs › | $21.06B | 1.46 | 1.17 | 0.76 | 0.62 |
| Ralph Lauren Corporation (RL)vs › | $24.64B | 1.05 | 1.04 | 1.31 | 1.32 |
| Ulta Beauty, Inc. (ULTA)vs › | $20.11B | 0.78 | 0.78 | 0.84 | 0.92 |
| Flutter Entertainment plc (FLUT)vs › | $19.19B | 1.48 | 1.14 | 0.90 | 0.71 |
| International Paper Company (IP)vs › | $19.14B | 0.73 | 0.72 | 0.71 | 0.85 |
| Best Buy Co., Inc. (BBY)vs › | $16.55B | 1.39 | 1.42 | 1.38 | 1.37 |
| Tractor Supply Company (TSCO)vs › | $16.39B | 2.30 | 2.34 | 2.28 | 2.15 |
| Ball Corporation (BALL)vs › | $15.17B | 1.29 | 1.16 | 1.83 | 2.01 |
| DraftKings Inc. (DKNG)vs › | $14.39B | 3.06 | 2.19 | 1.75 | 1.30 |
Financial Health
Debt/Equity
0.75
Current Ratio
1.48
Smurfit Westrock Plc 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
Smurfit Westrock Plc Debt to Equity Ratio FAQ
- What is the debt to equity ratio for Smurfit Westrock Plc (SW)?
- The debt to equity ratio for SW stock is 0.75.
- Is Smurfit Westrock Plc's debt to equity ratio high or low?
- Smurfit Westrock Plc's debt to equity ratio of 0.75 is in line with its 5-year average of 0.78, around the middle of its 5-year range (0.67–0.87).
- What is the TTM average debt to equity ratio for Smurfit Westrock Plc (SW)?
- The TTM average debt to equity ratio for SW stock is 0.77.
- What is the 3Y average debt to equity ratio for Smurfit Westrock Plc (SW)?
- The 3Y average debt to equity ratio for SW stock is 0.74.
- What is the 5Y average debt to equity ratio for Smurfit Westrock Plc (SW)?
- The 5Y average debt to equity ratio for SW stock is 0.78.
- What is the 10Y average debt to equity ratio for Smurfit Westrock Plc (SW)?
- The 10Y average debt to equity ratio for SW stock is 1.00.
- What is the 15Y average debt to equity ratio for Smurfit Westrock Plc (SW)?
- The 15Y average debt to equity ratio for SW stock is 1.15.
- What is the 20Y average debt to equity ratio for Smurfit Westrock Plc (SW)?
- The 20Y average debt to equity ratio for SW stock is 1.31.
Smurfit Westrock Plc Debt to Equity Ratio History
| DATE | DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 0.75 |
| 2024-12-31 | 0.78 |
| 2023-12-31 | 0.67 |
| 2022-12-31 | 0.75 |
| 2021-12-31 | 0.86 |
| 2020-12-31 | 0.87 |
| 2019-12-31 | 1.25 |
| 2018-12-31 | 1.12 |
| 2017-12-31 | 1.11 |
| 2016-12-31 | 1.39 |
| 2015-12-31 | 1.40 |
| 2014-12-31 | 1.18 |
| 2013-12-31 | 1.00 |
| 2012-12-31 | 1.44 |
| 2011-12-31 | 1.81 |
| 2010-12-31 | 2.05 |
| 2009-12-31 | 2.21 |
| 2008-12-31 | 2.36 |
| 2007-12-31 | 1.86 |
| 2006-12-31 | 10.61 |
| 2005-12-31 | 9.92 |
| 2004-12-31 | 7.16 |
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About Smurfit Westrock Plc
Smurfit Westrock Plc, operating through its various group entities, is dedicated to the creation, supply, and sale of a wide array of paper-based packaging solutions across Ireland and globally. The company primarily produces containerboard, which it either transforms into corrugated containers for its own use or distributes to other businesses. Its extensive product range also features diverse paper types, including board for consumer packaging, sack paper, graphic paper, and both solid and graphic board. Beyond these materials, Smurfit Westrock offers a comprehensive selection of paper-based packaging items, such as consumer packaging, robust solid board packaging, paper sacks, and unique options like bag-in-box systems. The firm further manufactures linerboard, corrugated medium, various grades of paperboard, and non-packaging paper. Additionally, it develops converted products like folding cartons and corrugated boxes, alongside other goods. A key aspect of their operations involves creating packaging from recycled paper, and they also provide packaging machinery. Smurfit Westrock primarily caters to a broad clientele across sectors such as food and beverage, online retail, general commerce, consumer products, industrial applications, and the foodservice industry. The company was established in 1934 and is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland.
- Sector
- Consumer Cyclical
- Industry
- Packaging & Containers
- CEO
- Anthony Paul J. Smurfit