Walmart Inc. (WMT) Debt to Equity Ratio: 0.67
Is Walmart Inc.’s debt to equity ratio high or low?
Walmart Inc.'s debt to equity ratio of 0.67 is in line with its 5-year average of 0.72, near the low end of its 5-year range (0.66–0.78).
The debt to equity ratio for Walmart Inc. (WMT) is 0.67 as of Wednesday, June 10, 2026. It is above its 12-month average by 0.75% (0.67).
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WMT Debt to Equity Ratio Metrics
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO
0.67
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG TTM
0.67
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 3Y
0.71
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 5Y
0.72
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 10Y
0.72
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 15Y
0.71
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 20Y
0.70
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+0.75%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-5.30%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-6.51%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-6.47%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-6.21%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-4.42%
WMT Competitors' Debt to Equity Ratio
| NAME | MARKET CAP | DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Walmart Inc. (WMT) | — | 0.67 | 0.67 | 0.71 | 0.72 |
| Target Corporation (TGT) | $57.99B | 1.26 | 1.31 | 1.36 | 1.41 |
| Costco Wholesale Corporation (COST) | $435.79B | 0.28 | 0.32 | 0.33 | 0.40 |
| Amazon.com, Inc. (AMZN) | $2.57T | 0.37 | 0.42 | 0.61 | 0.70 |
| The Kroger Co. (KR) | $39.49B | 4.16 | 3.59 | 2.95 | 2.61 |
| Dollar General Corporation (DG) | $24.02B | 1.85 | 2.10 | 2.52 | 2.47 |
Financial Health
Debt/Equity
0.67
Current Ratio
0.79
Walmart 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
Walmart Inc. Debt to Equity Ratio FAQ
- What is the debt to equity ratio for Walmart Inc. (WMT)?
- The debt to equity ratio for WMT stock is 0.67.
- Is Walmart Inc.'s debt to equity ratio high or low?
- Walmart Inc.'s debt to equity ratio of 0.67 is in line with its 5-year average of 0.72, near the low end of its 5-year range (0.66–0.78).
- What is the TTM average debt to equity ratio for Walmart Inc. (WMT)?
- The TTM average debt to equity ratio for WMT stock is 0.67.
- What is the 3Y average debt to equity ratio for Walmart Inc. (WMT)?
- The 3Y average debt to equity ratio for WMT stock is 0.71.
- What is the 5Y average debt to equity ratio for Walmart Inc. (WMT)?
- The 5Y average debt to equity ratio for WMT stock is 0.72.
- What is the 10Y average debt to equity ratio for Walmart Inc. (WMT)?
- The 10Y average debt to equity ratio for WMT stock is 0.72.
- What is the 15Y average debt to equity ratio for Walmart Inc. (WMT)?
- The 15Y average debt to equity ratio for WMT stock is 0.71.
- What is the 20Y average debt to equity ratio for Walmart Inc. (WMT)?
- The 20Y average debt to equity ratio for WMT stock is 0.70.
Walmart Inc. Debt to Equity Ratio History
| DATE | DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO |
|---|---|
| 2026-01-31 | 0.67 |
| 2025-01-31 | 0.66 |
| 2024-01-31 | 0.73 |
| 2023-01-31 | 0.77 |
| 2022-01-31 | 0.69 |
| 2021-01-31 | 0.78 |
| 2020-01-31 | 0.97 |
| 2019-01-31 | 0.80 |
| 2018-01-31 | 0.60 |
| 2017-01-31 | 0.59 |
| 2016-01-31 | 0.62 |
| 2015-01-31 | 0.62 |
| 2014-01-31 | 0.74 |
| 2013-01-31 | 0.71 |
| 2012-01-31 | 0.75 |
| 2011-01-31 | 0.73 |
| 2010-01-31 | 0.59 |
| 2009-01-31 | 0.65 |
| 2008-01-31 | 0.69 |
| 2007-01-31 | 0.63 |
| 2006-01-31 | 0.73 |
| 2005-01-31 | 0.63 |
| 2004-01-31 | 0.61 |
| 2003-01-31 | 0.64 |
| 2002-01-31 | 0.62 |
| 2001-01-31 | 0.71 |
| 2000-01-31 | 0.85 |
| 1999-01-31 | 0.50 |
| 1998-01-31 | 0.58 |
| 1997-01-31 | 0.62 |
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About Walmart Inc.
Walmart Inc., established in 1945 and based in Bentonville, Arkansas, operates as a global retail powerhouse, having officially adopted its current name in February 2018, formerly Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. The company's diverse operations, encompassing retail, wholesale, and e-commerce, are managed across three primary divisions: Walmart U.S., Walmart International, and Sam's Club. Its extensive physical presence includes a variety of store formats such as supercenters, supermarkets, hypermarkets, membership-only warehouse clubs (like Sam's Club), cash-and-carry outlets, and discount stores, primarily operating under the Walmart and Walmart Neighborhood Market banners. Digitally, the company engages customers through numerous e-commerce platforms, including walmart.com.mx, walmart.ca, flipkart.com, and PhonePe, as well as via dedicated mobile applications. Walmart offers an exceptionally broad range of products and services. Its inventory covers groceries and daily consumables, such as dairy, meats, baked goods, deli items, fresh produce, various packaged foods (dry, chilled, or frozen), alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, floral items, snacks, candies, health and beauty aids, paper products, laundry and home care essentials, baby care, and pet supplies, alongside fuel and tobacco. Furthermore, it features a comprehensive health and wellness segment, providing pharmacy, optical, and hearing services, over-the-counter medications, and other medical products. For home and personal needs, shoppers can find items ranging from home improvement goods, outdoor living products, gardening supplies, furniture, apparel, and jewelry, to tools, power equipment, housewares, toys, seasonal items, mattresses, and automotive services like tire and battery centers. The electronics department includes consumer electronics, accessories, software, video games, office supplies, appliances, and third-party gift cards. Beyond merchandise, Walmart provides a suite of financial services. These include digital payment platforms, money transfer options, bill payment services, money orders, check cashing, prepaid access solutions, co-branded credit cards, installment lending, and earned wage access programs. The company also markets several proprietary brands, notably Allswell, Athletic Works, Equate, and Free Assembly.
- Sector
- Consumer Defensive
- Industry
- Discount Stores
- CEO
- John R. Furner