NiSource Inc. (NI) Debt to Equity Ratio: 1.72
Is NiSource Inc.’s debt to equity ratio high or low?
NiSource Inc.'s debt to equity ratio of 1.72 is in line with its 5-year average of 1.62, near the high end of its 5-year range (1.44–1.73).
As of Tuesday, June 16, 2026. 3.30% above its 12-month average of 1.67.
NI Debt to Equity Ratio Chart
NI Average Debt to Equity Ratio Chart
NI Current vs Average Debt to Equity Ratio Chart
NI Debt to Equity Ratio Metrics
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO
1.72
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG TTM
1.67
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 3Y
1.64
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 5Y
1.62
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 10Y
1.71
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 15Y
1.62
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 20Y
1.59
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+3.30%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+4.88%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+6.06%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+0.75%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
+5.87%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
+8.24%
NI Competitors' Debt to Equity Ratio
| NAME | MARKET CAP | DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NiSource Inc. (NI) | $22.76B | 1.72 | 1.67 | 1.64 | 1.62 |
| CMS Energy Corporation (CMS)vs › | $22.75B | 2.07 | 2.04 | 2.05 | 2.06 |
| American Water Works Company, Inc. (AWK)vs › | $24.78B | 1.47 | 1.42 | 1.43 | 1.49 |
| Alliant Energy Corporation (LNT)vs › | $19.00B | 1.68 | 1.58 | 1.49 | 1.42 |
| FirstEnergy Corp. (FE)vs › | $27.38B | 2.16 | 2.06 | 2.16 | 2.46 |
| Talen Energy Corporation (TLN)vs › | $17.65B | 6.24 | 4.21 | 3.19 | 4.01 |
| CenterPoint Energy, Inc. (CNP)vs › | $28.18B | 2.12 | 2.04 | 1.93 | 1.84 |
| Atmos Energy Corporation (ATO)vs › | $28.31B | 0.69 | 0.68 | 0.73 | 0.76 |
| WEC Energy Group, Inc. (WEC)vs › | $37.13B | 1.64 | 1.64 | 1.60 | 1.53 |
| Clearway Energy, Inc. (CWEN-A)vs › | $8.31B | 5.30 | 4.53 | 4.12 | 4.17 |
Financial Health
Debt/Equity
1.72
Current Ratio
0.69
NiSource 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
NiSource Inc. Debt to Equity Ratio FAQ
- What is the debt to equity ratio for NiSource Inc. (NI)?
- The debt to equity ratio for NI stock is 1.72.
- Is NiSource Inc.'s debt to equity ratio high or low?
- NiSource Inc.'s debt to equity ratio of 1.72 is in line with its 5-year average of 1.62, near the high end of its 5-year range (1.44–1.73).
- What is the TTM average debt to equity ratio for NiSource Inc. (NI)?
- The TTM average debt to equity ratio for NI stock is 1.67.
- What is the 3Y average debt to equity ratio for NiSource Inc. (NI)?
- The 3Y average debt to equity ratio for NI stock is 1.64.
- What is the 5Y average debt to equity ratio for NiSource Inc. (NI)?
- The 5Y average debt to equity ratio for NI stock is 1.62.
- What is the 10Y average debt to equity ratio for NiSource Inc. (NI)?
- The 10Y average debt to equity ratio for NI stock is 1.71.
- What is the 15Y average debt to equity ratio for NiSource Inc. (NI)?
- The 15Y average debt to equity ratio for NI stock is 1.62.
- What is the 20Y average debt to equity ratio for NiSource Inc. (NI)?
- The 20Y average debt to equity ratio for NI stock is 1.59.
NiSource Inc. Debt to Equity Ratio History
| DATE | DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 1.72 |
| 2024-12-31 | 1.61 |
| 2023-12-31 | 1.71 |
| 2022-12-31 | 1.52 |
| 2021-12-31 | 1.44 |
| 2020-12-31 | 1.73 |
| 2019-12-31 | 1.62 |
| 2018-12-31 | 1.59 |
| 2017-12-31 | 2.08 |
| 2016-12-31 | 1.94 |
| 2015-12-31 | 1.82 |
| 2014-12-31 | 1.62 |
| 2013-12-31 | 1.50 |
| 2012-12-31 | 1.46 |
| 2011-12-31 | 1.59 |
| 2010-12-31 | 1.50 |
| 2009-12-31 | 1.40 |
| 2008-12-31 | 1.60 |
| 2007-12-31 | 1.32 |
| 2006-12-31 | 1.28 |
| 2005-12-31 | 1.32 |
| 2004-12-31 | 1.32 |
| 2003-12-31 | 1.51 |
| 2002-12-31 | 1.64 |
| 2001-12-31 | 2.26 |
| 2000-12-31 | 2.36 |
| 1999-12-31 | 1.74 |
| 1998-12-31 | 1.61 |
| 1997-12-31 | 1.37 |
| 1996-12-31 | 1.37 |
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About NiSource Inc.
NiSource Inc. operates as an energy holding company, primarily functioning as a regulated natural gas and electric utility within the United States. Its business activities are organized into two main divisions: Gas Distribution Operations and Electric Operations. The company's Gas Distribution segment delivers natural gas to approximately 853,000 customers across northern Indiana, and an additional 2.4 million residential, commercial, and industrial clients throughout Ohio, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Kentucky, and Maryland. This extensive network includes about 54,600 miles of distribution main pipelines and customer service lines, along with 1,000 miles of transmission main pipelines. Through its Electric Operations, NiSource provides electricity to roughly 483,000 customers residing in 20 counties in northern Indiana, while also engaging in wholesale electricity and transmission transactions. The company maintains a diverse portfolio of power generation assets. These include coal-fired plants with capacities of 722 megawatts (MW) in Wheatfield and 455 MW in Michigan City; a 563 MW combined cycle gas turbine facility in West Terre Haute; natural gas generating units providing 155 MW in Wheatfield; hydroelectric plants contributing 9 MW in Carroll County and 7 MW in White County; and wind energy facilities in White County, Indiana, producing 102 MW and 302 MW, respectively. Originally founded in 1847, the company was known as NIPSCO Industries, Inc. before officially changing its name to NiSource Inc. in April 1999. Its corporate headquarters are located in Merrillville, Indiana.
- Sector
- Utilities
- Industry
- Regulated Gas
- CEO
- Lloyd Yates