LKQ Corporation (LKQ) Debt to Equity Ratio: 0.77
Is LKQ Corporation’s debt to equity ratio high or low?
LKQ Corporation's debt to equity ratio of 0.77 is in line with its 5-year average of 0.80, near the low end of its 5-year range (0.72–0.93).
As of Sunday, June 14, 2026. 9.41% below its 12-month average of 0.85.
LKQ Debt to Equity Ratio Chart
LKQ Average Debt to Equity Ratio Chart
LKQ Current vs Average Debt to Equity Ratio Chart
LKQ Debt to Equity Ratio Metrics
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO
0.77
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG TTM
0.85
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 3Y
0.83
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 5Y
0.80
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
-9.41%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-7.51%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-4.15%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-6.82%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
+3.44%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
+13.79%
LKQ Competitors' Debt to Equity Ratio
| NAME | MARKET CAP | DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LKQ Corporation (LKQ) | $6.68B | 0.77 | 0.85 | 0.83 | 0.80 |
| Etsy, Inc. (ETSY)vs › | $6.59B | -0.68 | 2.65 | 2.06 | 1.43 |
| Mohawk Industries, Inc. (MHK)vs › | $6.56B | 0.33 | 0.34 | 0.37 | 0.36 |
| The Gap, Inc. (GAP)vs › | $7.88B | 1.48 | 1.58 | 1.99 | 2.20 |
| Chewy, Inc. (CHWY)vs › | $8.00B | 1.12 | 1.52 | 1.36 | 6.97 |
| The Gap, Inc. (GPS)vs › | $9.21B | 1.48 | 1.58 | 1.75 | 2.05 |
| Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (ANF)vs › | $4.02B | 0.83 | 0.77 | 0.85 | 1.16 |
| Thor Industries, Inc. (THO)vs › | $4.02B | 0.22 | 0.25 | 0.34 | 0.43 |
| Advance Auto Parts, Inc. (AAP)vs › | $3.67B | 2.38 | 2.38 | 1.87 | 1.62 |
| GameStop Corp. (GME)vs › | $9.77B | 0.80 | 0.44 | 0.45 | 0.77 |
Financial Health
Debt/Equity
0.77
Current Ratio
1.67
LKQ 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
LKQ Corporation Debt to Equity Ratio FAQ
- What is the debt to equity ratio for LKQ Corporation (LKQ)?
- The debt to equity ratio for LKQ stock is 0.77.
- Is LKQ Corporation's debt to equity ratio high or low?
- LKQ Corporation's debt to equity ratio of 0.77 is in line with its 5-year average of 0.80, near the low end of its 5-year range (0.72–0.93).
- What is the TTM average debt to equity ratio for LKQ Corporation (LKQ)?
- The TTM average debt to equity ratio for LKQ stock is 0.85.
- What is the 3Y average debt to equity ratio for LKQ Corporation (LKQ)?
- The 3Y average debt to equity ratio for LKQ stock is 0.83.
- What is the 5Y average debt to equity ratio for LKQ Corporation (LKQ)?
- The 5Y average debt to equity ratio for LKQ stock is 0.80.
- What is the 10Y average debt to equity ratio for LKQ Corporation (LKQ)?
- The 10Y average debt to equity ratio for LKQ stock is 0.83.
- What is the 15Y average debt to equity ratio for LKQ Corporation (LKQ)?
- The 15Y average debt to equity ratio for LKQ stock is 0.74.
- What is the 20Y average debt to equity ratio for LKQ Corporation (LKQ)?
- The 20Y average debt to equity ratio for LKQ stock is 0.68.
LKQ Corporation Debt to Equity Ratio History
| DATE | DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 0.77 |
| 2024-12-31 | 0.93 |
| 2023-12-31 | 0.91 |
| 2022-12-31 | 0.72 |
| 2021-12-31 | 0.73 |
| 2020-12-31 | 0.76 |
| 2019-12-31 | 1.08 |
| 2018-12-31 | 0.90 |
| 2017-12-31 | 0.81 |
| 2016-12-31 | 0.97 |
| 2015-12-31 | 0.51 |
| 2014-12-31 | 0.69 |
| 2013-12-31 | 0.56 |
| 2012-12-31 | 0.57 |
| 2011-12-31 | 0.58 |
| 2010-12-31 | 0.42 |
| 2009-12-31 | 0.51 |
| 2008-12-31 | 0.63 |
| 2007-12-31 | 0.77 |
| 2006-12-31 | 0.25 |
| 2005-12-31 | 0.14 |
| 2004-12-31 | 0.25 |
| 2003-12-31 | 0.02 |
| 2002-12-31 | 0.28 |
| 2001-12-31 | 0.27 |
| 2000-12-31 | 0.00 |
| 1999-12-31 | 0.00 |
| 1998-12-31 | 0.00 |
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About LKQ Corporation
LKQ Corporation, established in 1998 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, specializes in distributing replacement parts and systems essential for vehicle repair and maintenance. Its operations are structured across three primary segments: North America, Europe, and Specialty. The company's extensive product catalog includes a wide array of items for collision repair, such as bumper covers, automotive body panels, lighting, and automotive glass products like windshields. It also supplies salvaged mechanical and collision components, including engines, transmissions, door assemblies, and sheet metal parts like hoods, fenders, and trunk lids, alongside scrap metal for recycling. For mechanical repairs, the company offers a comprehensive range of products, including brake components (pads, discs, sensors), clutches, steering and suspension systems, filters, various automotive fluids, and electrical items such as spark plugs and batteries. Additionally, its Specialty offerings encompass recreational vehicle appliances and air conditioners, towing hitches, truck bed covers, vehicle protection products, cargo management solutions, wheels, tires, and specialized suspension products. LKQ caters to a broad customer base, including collision and mechanical repair shops, new and used car dealerships, and individual retail consumers. Its market presence spans numerous countries, including the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Germany, Italy, Poland, Belgium, the Netherlands, Luxembourg, the Czech Republic, Austria, Slovakia, Taiwan, and various other European nations.
- Sector
- Consumer Cyclical
- Industry
- Auto - Parts
- CEO
- Justin L. Jude