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Mitsubishi ElectricMIELF -10.49%78 Debt-to-Equity is 0.08 as of Mar. 2026, which is 33% below its 10-year median of 0.12. GuruFocus rates MIELF with a GF Score™ of 78/100 and a GF Value™ of $17.99 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 2,680 Industrial Products companies, Mitsubishi Electric ranks better than 77.31% on this metric.
A high debt to equity ratio generally means that a company has been aggressive in financing its growth with debt. This can result in volatile earnings as a result of the additional interest expense.
The historical rank and industry rank for Mitsubishi Electric's Debt-to-Equity or its related term are showing as below:
MIELF'
s Debt-to-Equity Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.08 Med: 0.12 Max: 0.18
Current: 0.08
During the past 13 years, the highest Debt-to-Equity Ratio of Mitsubishi Electric was 0.18. The lowest was 0.08. And the median was 0.12.
MIELF's Debt-to-Equity is ranked better than 77.31% of 2680
companies
in the Industrial Products industry
Industry Median: 0.28
vs MIELF: 0.08
Mitsubishi Electric (OTCPK:MIELF) Debt-to-Equity Explanation
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Mitsubishi Electric Debt-to-Equity Related Terms
Mitsubishi Electric Debt-to-Equity Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Mitsubishi Electric's Debt-to-Equity can be seen below:
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
For the Electrical Equipment & Parts subindustry, Mitsubishi Electric's Debt-to-Equity, along with its competitors' market caps and Debt-to-Equity data, can be viewed below:
* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.
Mitsubishi Electric Debt-to-Equity vs Industrial Products Industry
For the Industrial Products industry and Industrials sector, Mitsubishi Electric's Debt-to-Equity distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Mitsubishi Electric's Debt-to-Equity falls into.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Mitsubishi Electric (MIELF) has a Debt-to-Equity of 0.08 as of Mar. 2026. Debt-to-Equity ratio represents the ratio of total debt to total company equity. View historical data on Mitsubishi Electric and its competitors. This is 33% below median its historical median of 0.12. Over the past decade, Mitsubishi Electric's Debt-to-Equity has ranged from 0.08 to 0.18. According to the industry distribution chart, Mitsubishi Electric ranks #608 out of 2680 companies in the Industrial Products industry, placing it in the top 22.7%.
Is Mitsubishi Electric's Debt-to-Equity too high?
Mitsubishi Electric's current Debt-to-Equity of 0.08 is 33% below median its 10-year median of 0.12. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.08 to a high of 0.18. The Industrial Products industry median Debt-to-Equity is 0.28. Mitsubishi Electric's value of 0.08 is 71.4% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Mitsubishi Electric ranks #608 out of 2680 companies in the Industrial Products industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Mitsubishi Electric has a GF Score™ of 78/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Mitsubishi Electric's Debt-to-Equity compare to VRT and BE?
According to the Industrial Products industry distribution chart, Mitsubishi Electric ranks #608 out of 2680 companies for Debt-to-Equity. This places Mitsubishi Electric in the top 23% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Debt-to-Equity is 0.28. Mitsubishi Electric's value of 0.08 is 71.4% below this benchmark. Historically, Mitsubishi Electric's own Debt-to-Equity has ranged from 0.08 to 0.18 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 0.12 vs. the industry median of 0.28, Mitsubishi Electric has consistently been below the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Debt-to-Equity for an Industrial Products company?
The median Debt-to-Equity among Industrial Products companies is 0.28, based on 2,680 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Debt-to-Equity significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Debt-to-Equity should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Mitsubishi Electric's current Debt-to-Equity of 0.08 is 71.4% below the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Debt-to-Equity mean?
A high Debt-to-Equity can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Debt-to-Equity ratio represents the ratio of total debt to total company equity. View historical data on Mitsubishi Electric and its competitors. For the Industrial Products industry, the median Debt-to-Equity is 0.28 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Mitsubishi Electric's current Debt-to-Equity is 0.08, which is 33% below median its own 10-year median of 0.12. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Mitsubishi Electric stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Mitsubishi Electric (MIELF) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $17.99, compared to a current price of $32.74 — trading 82% above its estimated fair value. The current Debt-to-Equity is 0.08, which is 33% below median its 10-year median of 0.12 and 71.4% below the Industrial Products industry median of 0.28. Mitsubishi Electric's overall GF Score™ is 78/100 with 2 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Debt-to-Equity calculated?
Debt-to-Equity is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Mitsubishi Electric (MIELF), the current Debt-to-Equity is 0.08 as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.
Is Mitsubishi Electric (MIELF) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Mitsubishi Electric stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $32.74 is trading 82% above its estimated GF Value™ of $17.99.
GuruFocus considers Mitsubishi Electric to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for MIELF:
Debt-to-Equity: 0.08 (33% below median its 10-year median of 0.12)
GF Value™: $17.99 vs. price of $32.74 (82% above fair value)
Industry Position: 71.4% below the Industrial Products median (#608 of 2680)
No single metric tells the full story. See the MIELF stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Mitsubishi Electric is a leading Japanese diversified industrial manufacturer, specializing in factory automation systems, power and energy systems, infrastructure solutions, automotive equipment, electronic devices, and home appliances. Founded in 1921 and headquartered in Tokyo, the company operates globally with a strong presence in Asia, Europe, and North America. Known for its technological expertise and high reliability, Mitsubishi Electric plays a vital role in sectors ranging from smart manufacturing and transportation to energy management and defense. The company emphasizes sustainability, innovation, and long-term growth through its focus on electrification, automation, and digitalization.
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