Apple Inc.’s Debt to Equity at a glance
Apple Inc. reports debt to equity of 1.52 for Sep 2025. The prior period recorded 2.09 (Sep 2024). Year over year the metric moved −0.57 (−27.1%). The rolling three-period average stands at 1.87. Data last refreshed Dec 3, 2025, 10:37 PM.
Latest reading
1.52 · Sep 2025
YoY movement
−0.57 (−27.1%)
Rolling average
1.87
Current Debt to Equity
1.52
−0.57
−27.1%
Rolling average
1.87
Latest Value
1.52
Sep 2025
YoY Change
−0.57
Absolute
YoY Change %
−27.1%
Rate of change
3-Period Avg
1.87
Smoothed
Narrative signal
Apple Inc.’s debt to equity stands at 1.52 for Sep 2025. Year-over-year, the metric shifted by −0.57, translating into a −27.1% rate of change versus the prior period.
Pair this momentum with product cadence, pricing power, and capital allocation moves to understand durability.
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How debt to equity shapes Apple Inc.'s story
As of Sep 2025, Apple Inc. reports debt to equity of 1.52. Study leverage posture, capital structure discipline, and balance sheet risk across multi-year periods.
Interpreting leverage levels
A rising debt-to-equity ratio shows greater reliance on borrowing. Moderate leverage can enhance returns, but excessive leverage increases financial risk in downturns.
Benchmarking within an industry
Capital intensity differs by industry. Utilities and telecom often run higher leverage while software firms trend lower. Always compare against relevant peers.
Valuation Multiples
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Profitability & Margins
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Gross Margin
46.9%
Operating Margin
32%
Net Profit Margin
26.9%
Return on Equity
151.9%
Return on Assets
31.2%
Growth Momentum
Track whether top-line, earnings, and free cash flow growth are accelerating or cooling.
Balance Sheet Strength
Evaluate leverage, liquidity, and cash generation capacity that underpin resilience.
Shareholder Returns
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Apple Inc. (AAPL) FAQs
Answers tailored to Apple Inc.’s debt to equity profile using the latest Financial Modeling Prep data.
What is Apple Inc.'s current debt to equity?
As of Sep 2025, Apple Inc. reports debt to equity of 1.52. This reading reflects the latest filings and price data for AAPL.
How is Apple Inc.'s debt to equity trending year over year?
Year-over-year, the figure shifts by −0.57 (−27.1%). Pair this context with revenue growth and free cash flow signals to gauge momentum for AAPL.
Why does debt to equity matter for Apple Inc.?
The debt-to-equity ratio compares total liabilities with shareholders’ equity to illustrate leverage. For Apple Inc., operating within Technology — Consumer Electronics, tracking this metric helps benchmark management's execution against close competitors.
Is Apple Inc.'s debt to equity above its recent average?
Apple Inc.'s rolling three-period average sits at 1.87. Comparing the latest reading of 1.52 to that baseline highlights whether momentum is building or fading for AAPL.
How frequently is Apple Inc.'s debt to equity refreshed?
Data for AAPL was last refreshed on Dec 3, 2025, 10:37 PM and updates automatically every 24 hours, keeping your valuation inputs current.