Dover Corporation (DOV) Debt to Equity Ratio: 0.51
Is Dover Corporation’s debt to equity ratio high or low?
Dover Corporation's debt to equity ratio of 0.51 is 30% below its 5-year average of 0.72, near the low end of its 5-year range (0.45–0.97).
The debt to equity ratio for Dover Corporation (DOV) is 0.51 as of Tuesday, June 9, 2026. It is above its 12-month average by 6.25% (0.48).
DOV Debt to Equity Ratio Chart
DOV Average Debt to Equity Ratio Chart
DOV Current vs Average Debt to Equity Ratio Chart
DOV Debt to Equity Ratio Metrics
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO
0.51
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG TTM
0.48
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 3Y
0.65
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 5Y
0.72
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 10Y
0.83
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 15Y
0.74
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 20Y
0.68
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+6.25%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-21.24%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-29.66%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-38.22%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-31.08%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-25.10%
DOV Competitors' Debt to Equity Ratio
| NAME | MARKET CAP | DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dover Corporation (DOV) | — | 0.51 | 0.48 | 0.65 | 0.72 |
| Xylem Inc. (XYL) | $26.35B | 0.17 | 0.18 | 0.29 | 0.50 |
| Paychex, Inc. (PAYX) | $35.93B | 1.22 | 0.72 | 0.50 | 0.43 |
| Axon Enterprise, Inc. (AXON) | $36.47B | 0.59 | 0.59 | 0.55 | 0.37 |
| Fortive Corporation (FTV) | $19.14B | 0.50 | 0.44 | 0.40 | 0.42 |
| Generac Holdings Inc. (GNRC) | $15.36B | 0.51 | 0.55 | 0.64 | 0.65 |
| Pentair plc (PNR) | $12.05B | 0.42 | 0.46 | 0.61 | 0.55 |
| Gartner, Inc. (IT) | $10.54B | 11.31 | 6.72 | 7.95 | 7.20 |
| Rockwell Automation, Inc. (ROK) | $51.24B | 1.00 | 1.08 | 1.16 | 1.46 |
| Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. (ODFL) | $51.73B | 0.03 | 0.04 | 0.03 | 0.03 |
Financial Health
Debt/Equity
0.51
Current Ratio
1.79
Dover Corporation 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
Dover Corporation Debt to Equity Ratio FAQ
- What is the debt to equity ratio for Dover Corporation (DOV)?
- The debt to equity ratio for DOV stock is 0.51.
- Is Dover Corporation's debt to equity ratio high or low?
- Dover Corporation's debt to equity ratio of 0.51 is 30% below its 5-year average of 0.72, near the low end of its 5-year range (0.45–0.97).
- What is the TTM average debt to equity ratio for Dover Corporation (DOV)?
- The TTM average debt to equity ratio for DOV stock is 0.48.
- What is the 3Y average debt to equity ratio for Dover Corporation (DOV)?
- The 3Y average debt to equity ratio for DOV stock is 0.65.
- What is the 5Y average debt to equity ratio for Dover Corporation (DOV)?
- The 5Y average debt to equity ratio for DOV stock is 0.72.
- What is the 10Y average debt to equity ratio for Dover Corporation (DOV)?
- The 10Y average debt to equity ratio for DOV stock is 0.83.
- What is the 15Y average debt to equity ratio for Dover Corporation (DOV)?
- The 15Y average debt to equity ratio for DOV stock is 0.74.
- What is the 20Y average debt to equity ratio for Dover Corporation (DOV)?
- The 20Y average debt to equity ratio for DOV stock is 0.68.
Dover Corporation Debt to Equity Ratio History
| DATE | DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 0.51 |
| 2024-12-31 | 0.45 |
| 2023-12-31 | 0.72 |
| 2022-12-31 | 0.91 |
| 2021-12-31 | 0.79 |
| 2020-12-31 | 0.97 |
| 2019-12-31 | 1.07 |
| 2018-12-31 | 1.14 |
| 2017-12-31 | 0.81 |
| 2016-12-31 | 0.95 |
| 2015-12-31 | 0.76 |
| 2014-12-31 | 0.82 |
| 2013-12-31 | 0.53 |
| 2012-12-31 | 0.57 |
| 2011-12-31 | 0.44 |
| 2010-12-31 | 0.40 |
| 2009-12-31 | 0.46 |
| 2008-12-31 | 0.55 |
| 2007-12-31 | 0.53 |
| 2006-12-31 | 0.46 |
| 2005-12-31 | 0.46 |
| 2004-12-31 | 0.35 |
| 2003-12-31 | 0.39 |
| 2002-12-31 | 0.44 |
| 2001-12-31 | 0.43 |
| 2000-12-31 | 0.60 |
| 1999-12-31 | 0.44 |
| 1998-12-31 | 0.55 |
| 1997-12-31 | 0.41 |
| 1996-12-31 | 0.50 |
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About Dover Corporation
Dover Corporation operates as a global enterprise, supplying a wide array of industrial equipment, essential components, consumable products, replacement parts, software and digital platforms, and comprehensive support services. Its Engineered Products division delivers diverse machinery, parts, software, and solutions tailored for various industries, including automotive aftermarket service, waste management, industrial automation, aerospace and defense, heavy-duty winching and hoisting, and fluid dispensing. This segment also manufactures specific items such as manual and power clamps, rotary and linear mechanical indexers, conveyors, robotic pick-and-place units, glove ports, manipulators, and end-of-arm tooling like grippers, slides, and end effectors. The Clean Energy & Fueling segment focuses on providing components, equipment, software, and services crucial for the secure transportation of both traditional and sustainable fuels, along with other hazardous materials, throughout the supply chain. It further supports the operations of convenience retail outlets, fuel stations, and vehicle wash establishments. Through its Imaging and Identification segment, Dover offers solutions for precision marking and coding, intelligent packaging, product traceability, brand protection, and digital textile printing equipment. These offerings, along with associated consumables, software, and services, cater to markets like packaged and consumer goods, pharmaceuticals, industrial manufacturing, and fashion and apparel. The Pumps and Process Solutions segment is responsible for producing specialized pumps, connectors, flow meters, fluid connection systems, plastics and polymer processing machinery, and custom-engineered components for rotating and reciprocating equipment. Finally, the Climate & Sustainability Technologies segment manufactures advanced refrigeration systems, commercial refrigeration display cases, glass doors for refrigerators and freezers, and brazed plate heat exchangers, serving applications in industrial heating and cooling as well as residential climate control. Dover distributes its extensive product portfolio through both direct sales channels and a broad network of distributors. The company was founded in 1947 and maintains its headquarters in Downers Grove, Illinois.
- Sector
- Industrials
- Industry
- Industrial - Machinery
- CEO
- Richard Joseph Tobin