Financial Ratios
Interest coverage ratio
How many times operating profit covers interest expense.
The question this calculator helps answer
Can operating profit comfortably cover interest?
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Frequently asked questions
What does this calculator tell me?
Can operating profit comfortably cover interest? How many times operating profit covers interest expense.
Can I use estimates instead of exact figures?
Yes. Start with your best estimate, then change assumptions to see how sensitive the answer is. Better inputs produce a better decision.
Can I compare more than one option?
Yes. Save one option, change the assumptions, save another, and compare the results side by side.