What is a good debt-to-equity ratio and how does it impact a company's financial health?

A good debt-to-equity ratio is typically around 1:1 or lower. This ratio shows how much of a company's funding comes from debt compared to equity. A lower ratio indicates less reliance on debt, which can be positive as it reduces financial risk and shows stability to investors. Conversely, a higher ratio may indicate higher financial risk and potential difficulties in repaying debt.