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Builders FirstSource, Inc. (BLDR) Interest Coverage Ratio: 2.87x

The interest coverage ratio for Builders FirstSource, Inc. (BLDR) is 2.87x as of Tuesday, June 23, 2026.

BLDR Interest Coverage Ratio Metrics

INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO

2.87x

BLDR Competitors' Interest Coverage Ratio

NAMEMARKET CAPINTEREST COVERAGE RATIOTTM3Y5Y
Builders FirstSource, Inc. (BLDR)$8.32B2.87xN/AN/AN/A
AGCO Corporation (AGCO)vs ›$8.25B10.52x8.31x17.64x22.65x
Gartner, Inc. (IT)vs ›$8.41B9.15x8.98x9.00x8.00x
EnerSys (ENS)vs ›$8.51B7.05x8.07x6.96x6.49x
Aecom (ACM)vs ›$8.85B5.57x5.02x4.48x3.83x
AeroVironment, Inc. (AVAV)vs ›$7.56B18.64x17.83x17.83x35.25x
MYR Group Inc. (MYRG)vs ›$7.52B28.79x18.54x23.87x30.06x
Arcosa, Inc. (ACA)vs ›$7.11B3.13x2.96x5.92x7.10x
Pool Corporation (POOL)vs ›$7.11B12.41x12.34x15.64x32.75x
Planet Labs PBC (PL)vs ›$9.58B-27.67xN/AN/AN/A

Financial Health Indicators

Interest Coverage

2.9x

Debt/Equity

1.30

Current Ratio

1.86

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.

Builders FirstSource, 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

Builders FirstSource, Inc. Interest Coverage Ratio FAQ

What is the interest coverage ratio for Builders FirstSource, Inc. (BLDR)?
The interest coverage ratio for BLDR stock is 2.87x.

About Builders FirstSource, Inc.

Builders FirstSource, Inc., through its various subsidiaries, operates as a key supplier of construction resources across the United States. The company is involved in fabricating and distributing a wide array of building materials, prefabricated components, and specialized construction services, catering to a diverse clientele that includes professional homebuilders, subcontractors, renovation experts, and individual consumers. Its extensive product range encompasses foundational lumber and sheet goods, such as dimensional timber, plywood, and oriented strand board, primarily used for on-site residential framing. Furthermore, Builders FirstSource manufactures factory-assembled elements like wood and steel floor and roof trusses, wall panels, stair units, and engineered wood products. Complementing these, the company supplies windows, both internal and external door assemblies, various interior and exterior finishing trims, and bespoke items marketed under the Synboard brand. Additionally, the firm provides gypsum, roofing, and insulation solutions, including wallboards, ceiling materials, joint compounds, and finishes. Its offerings also extend to siding, metal, and concrete products, featuring vinyl, composite, and wood siding options, alongside exterior trims, other exterior finishes, metal studs, and cement-based items. Beyond these materials, Builders FirstSource furnishes other building essentials like cabinetry and hardware, and delivers value-added services such as comprehensive turn-key framing, shell construction, design consultation, and expert installation. Founded in 1998, the enterprise initially operated as BSL Holdings, Inc. before formally changing its name to Builders FirstSource, Inc. in October 1999. The company's corporate headquarters are situated in Dallas, Texas.

Irving, TX
29,000 employees
Industrials / Construction
Sector
Industrials
Industry
Construction
CEO
Peter Jackson