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Best Buy Co., Inc. (BBY) Interest Coverage Ratio: 29.55x

The interest coverage ratio for Best Buy Co., Inc. (BBY) is 29.55x as of Thursday, June 11, 2026.

BBY Interest Coverage Ratio Metrics

INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO

29.55x

BBY Competitors' Interest Coverage Ratio

NAMEMARKET CAPINTEREST COVERAGE RATIOTTM3Y5Y
Best Buy Co., Inc. (BBY)$15.91B29.55xN/AN/AN/A
International Paper Company (IP)$17.09B-7.58x1.96x2.92x2.76x
DraftKings Inc. (DKNG)$14.70B-0.79xN/AN/AN/A
Lululemon Athletica Inc. (LULU)$13.34BN/AN/AN/AN/A
Rivian Automotive, Inc. (RIVN)$19.18B-13.08xN/AN/AN/A
NIO Inc. (NIO)$12.23B-16.69xN/AN/AN/A
Ulta Beauty, Inc. (ULTA)$20.45B866.71x866.71x866.71x557.81x
Domino's Pizza, Inc. (DPZ)$10.28B4.87x4.68x4.35x4.28x
GameStop Corp. (GME)$9.88BN/A8.34x25.54x40.92x
CAVA Group, Inc. (CAVA)$9.76BN/AN/AN/AN/A

Financial Health Indicators

Interest Coverage

29.6x

Debt/Equity

1.39

Current Ratio

1.11

Formula: Interest Coverage = EBIT / Interest Expense

Reference ranges:

  • < 1.5x: EBIT is less than 1.5 times interest expense
  • 1.5x - 3x: EBIT is between 1.5 and 3 times interest expense
  • 3x - 5x: EBIT is between 3 and 5 times interest expense
  • > 5x: EBIT is more than 5 times interest expense

Note: Interest coverage should be compared with historical interest expense, operating income, and industry capital structure.

Best Buy Co., Inc. Interest Coverage Ratio Formula & Definition

Interest Coverage = EBIT / Interest Expense

The interest coverage ratio measures operating earnings relative to interest expense.

Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute

Best Buy Co., Inc. Interest Coverage Ratio FAQ

What is the interest coverage ratio for Best Buy Co., Inc. (BBY)?
The interest coverage ratio for BBY stock is 29.55x.

About Best Buy Co., Inc.

Best Buy Co., Inc. operates as a prominent technology retailer across the United States and Canada. Its business structure is segmented into Domestic and International operations. The company's extensive product selection includes a wide array of computing devices such as desktops, notebooks, and associated peripherals, alongside mobile phones (which generate commissions from network carriers), networking equipment, and tablets (including e-readers). Customers can also find smartwatches and various consumer electronics, encompassing digital imaging devices, health and fitness gadgets, home theater systems, portable audio solutions (like headphones and speakers), and smart home products. Beyond electronics, Best Buy also supplies household appliances such as dishwashers, laundry machines, ovens, refrigerators, blenders, coffee makers, and vacuum cleaners. For entertainment, their offerings range from drones, movies, music, and toys to gaming hardware and software, including virtual reality products. Additionally, the company stocks miscellaneous items like baby products, food and beverages, luggage, outdoor living essentials, and sporting goods. In terms of services, Best Buy provides consultation, delivery, design assistance, health-related programs, installation, membership benefits, repair work, product setup, technical support, and warranty services. Products are distributed through both physical stores and online platforms, operating under various brand names including Best Buy, Best Buy Ads, Best Buy Business, Best Buy Health, CST, Current Health, Geek Squad, Lively, Magnolia, Best Buy Mobile, Pacific Kitchen, Home, and Yardbird. Their primary online presence is via bestbuy.com, currenthealth.com, lively.com, yardbird.com, and bestbuy.ca. As of January 30, 2022, the company maintained a network of 1,144 retail locations. Originally established in 1966 as Sound of Music, Inc., the corporation is headquartered in Richfield, Minnesota.

Richfield, MN
85,000 employees
Consumer Cyclical / Specialty Retail
Sector
Consumer Cyclical
Industry
Specialty Retail
CEO
Corie Sue Barry