Debt to Equity
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- Statement of Comprehensive Income
- Cash Flow Statement
- Common-Size Balance Sheet: Assets
- Analysis of Short-term (Operating) Activity Ratios
- Analysis of Long-term (Investment) Activity Ratios
- DuPont Analysis: Disaggregation of ROE, ROA, and Net Profit Margin
- Common Stock Valuation Ratios
- Operating Profit Margin since 2005
- Return on Assets (ROA) since 2005
- Current Ratio since 2005
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Calculation
Coca-Cola Co., debt to equity, long-term trends, calculation
| Debt to equity | = | Total debt1 | ÷ | Equity attributable to shareowners of The Coca-Cola Company1 | |
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Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2025-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2024-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-12-31).
1 US$ in millions
The debt-to-equity ratio for the period between 2005 and 2025 demonstrates a generally increasing trend, punctuated by periods of relative stability and a recent decline. Initially, the ratio exhibited fluctuations, but a significant upward trajectory began around 2010, continuing through 2017. The latter part of the analyzed period shows some moderation in this trend, with a decrease observed in the most recent years.
- Initial Period (2005-2009)
- From 2005 to 2009, the debt-to-equity ratio decreased from 0.35 to 0.48. This indicates a period where equity growth outpaced debt accumulation. While there were increases in total debt during this period, the growth in equity attributable to shareowners was more substantial.
- Significant Increase (2010-2017)
- Between 2010 and 2017, the debt-to-equity ratio experienced a substantial increase, rising from 0.76 to 2.79. This surge was driven by a more rapid increase in total debt compared to equity. The period from 2015 to 2017 saw the most dramatic increases, suggesting a potential shift in financing strategy or significant investment activities funded by debt. Equity experienced declines during this period, further exacerbating the ratio’s increase.
- Moderation and Recent Trends (2018-2025)
- From 2018 to 2025, the debt-to-equity ratio showed signs of stabilization and a slight decrease. The ratio decreased from 2.56 in 2018 to 1.41 in 2025. While total debt remained relatively stable between 2018 and 2020, equity began to recover, contributing to the initial moderation. The period from 2021 to 2025 shows a more pronounced increase in equity, leading to a further reduction in the ratio. The most recent year, 2025, shows a ratio of 1.41, representing a notable decrease from the peak observed in 2017.
Overall, the observed pattern suggests a period of increasing financial leverage followed by a recent trend towards a more conservative capital structure. The fluctuations in the debt-to-equity ratio warrant further investigation into the underlying factors driving these changes, including financing decisions, investment strategies, and profitability trends.
Comparison to Competitors
Coca-Cola Co., debt to equity, long-term trends, comparison to competitors
| Coca-Cola Co. | Mondelēz International Inc. | PepsiCo Inc. | Philip Morris International Inc. | |
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Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2025-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2024-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-12-31).
Comparison to Sector (Food, Beverage & Tobacco)
Coca-Cola Co., debt to equity, long-term trends, comparison to sector (food, beverage & tobacco)
| Coca-Cola Co. | Food, Beverage & Tobacco | |
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Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2025-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2024-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-12-31).
Comparison to Industry (Consumer Staples)
Coca-Cola Co., debt to equity, long-term trends, comparison to industry (consumer staples)
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Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2025-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2024-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-12-31).