Clearway Energy, Inc. (CWEN-A) Debt to Equity Ratio: 5.30
Is Clearway Energy, Inc.’s debt to equity ratio high or low?
Clearway Energy, Inc.'s debt to equity ratio of 5.30 is 27% above its 5-year average of 4.17, near the high end of its 5-year range (3.30–5.30).
As of Monday, June 15, 2026. 17.00% above its 12-month average of 4.53.
CWEN-A Debt to Equity Ratio Chart
CWEN-A Average Debt to Equity Ratio Chart
CWEN-A Current vs Average Debt to Equity Ratio Chart
CWEN-A Debt to Equity Ratio Metrics
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO
5.30
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG TTM
4.53
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 3Y
4.12
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 5Y
4.17
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 10Y
3.78
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 15Y
3.45
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 20Y
N/A
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+17.00%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+28.56%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+27.15%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+40.31%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
+53.69%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
N/A
CWEN-A Competitors' Debt to Equity Ratio
| NAME | MARKET CAP | DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clearway Energy, Inc. (CWEN-A) | $8.31B | 5.30 | 4.53 | 4.12 | 4.17 |
| Talen Energy Corporation (TLN)vs › | $16.47B | 6.23 | 4.20 | 3.18 | 4.00 |
| Alliant Energy Corporation (LNT)vs › | $18.88B | 1.68 | 1.58 | 1.49 | 1.42 |
| CMS Energy Corporation (CMS)vs › | $22.73B | 2.07 | 2.04 | 2.05 | 2.06 |
| American Water Works Company, Inc. (AWK)vs › | $24.67B | 1.47 | 1.42 | 1.43 | 1.49 |
| FirstEnergy Corp. (FE)vs › | $27.20B | 2.16 | 2.06 | 2.16 | 2.46 |
| CenterPoint Energy, Inc. (CNP)vs › | $28.06B | 2.12 | 2.04 | 1.93 | 1.84 |
| Atmos Energy Corporation (ATO)vs › | $28.37B | 0.69 | 0.68 | 0.73 | 0.76 |
| WEC Energy Group, Inc. (WEC)vs › | $36.95B | 1.64 | 1.64 | 1.60 | 1.53 |
| Consolidated Edison, Inc. (ED)vs › | $39.71B | 1.19 | 1.23 | 1.21 | 1.24 |
Financial Health
Debt/Equity
5.30
Current Ratio
1.13
Clearway Energy, 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
Clearway Energy, Inc. Debt to Equity Ratio FAQ
- What is the debt to equity ratio for Clearway Energy, Inc. (CWEN-A)?
- The debt to equity ratio for CWEN-A stock is 5.30.
- Is Clearway Energy, Inc.'s debt to equity ratio high or low?
- Clearway Energy, Inc.'s debt to equity ratio of 5.30 is 27% above its 5-year average of 4.17, near the high end of its 5-year range (3.30–5.30).
- What is the TTM average debt to equity ratio for Clearway Energy, Inc. (CWEN-A)?
- The TTM average debt to equity ratio for CWEN-A stock is 4.53.
- What is the 3Y average debt to equity ratio for Clearway Energy, Inc. (CWEN-A)?
- The 3Y average debt to equity ratio for CWEN-A stock is 4.12.
- What is the 5Y average debt to equity ratio for Clearway Energy, Inc. (CWEN-A)?
- The 5Y average debt to equity ratio for CWEN-A stock is 4.17.
- What is the 10Y average debt to equity ratio for Clearway Energy, Inc. (CWEN-A)?
- The 10Y average debt to equity ratio for CWEN-A stock is 3.78.
- What is the 15Y average debt to equity ratio for Clearway Energy, Inc. (CWEN-A)?
- The 15Y average debt to equity ratio for CWEN-A stock is 3.45.
Clearway Energy, Inc. Debt to Equity Ratio History
| DATE | DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 5.30 |
| 2024-12-31 | 3.76 |
| 2023-12-31 | 4.13 |
| 2022-12-31 | 3.30 |
| 2021-12-31 | 4.51 |
| 2020-12-31 | 4.01 |
| 2019-12-31 | 3.79 |
| 2018-12-31 | 3.28 |
| 2017-12-31 | 3.34 |
| 2016-12-31 | 3.09 |
| 2015-12-31 | 3.04 |
| 2014-12-31 | 3.88 |
| 2013-12-31 | 1.80 |
| 2012-12-31 | 1.05 |
| 2011-12-31 | 0.89 |
| 2010-12-31 | 0.00 |
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About Clearway Energy, Inc.
Clearway Energy, Inc. is an American enterprise primarily focused on the renewable energy sector. Its operational portfolio encompasses approximately 5,000 net megawatts (MW) from installed wind and solar generation projects, complemented by an additional 2,500 net MW derived from natural gas facilities. The company, which was originally incorporated in 2012, rebranded from NRG Yield, Inc. to Clearway Energy, Inc. in August 2018. Headquartered in Princeton, New Jersey, Clearway Energy, Inc. functions as a subsidiary of Clearway Energy Group LLC.
- Sector
- Utilities
- Industry
- Renewable Utilities
- CEO
- Craig Cornelius