Interest Coverage Ratio: 0.76x
Is the interest coverage ratio high or low?
The interest coverage ratio of 0.76x is 73% below its 5-year average of 2.79x, near the low end of its 5-year range (0.17x–9.55x).
As of Monday, June 29, 2026. 18.04% above its 12-month average of 0.64x.
CFG Interest Coverage Ratio
Reported quarterly interest coverage; no daily interpolation.
CFG Average Interest Coverage Ratio Chart
CFG Current vs Average Interest Coverage Ratio Chart
CFG Interest Coverage Ratio Metrics
INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO
0.76x
INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO AVG TTM
0.64x
INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO AVG 3Y
0.54x
INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO AVG 5Y
2.45x
INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO AVG 10Y
1.66x
INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO AVG 15Y
N/A
INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO AVG 20Y
N/A
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+18.04%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+39.05%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-69.11%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-54.30%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
N/A
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
N/A
CFG Competitors' Interest Coverage Ratio
| NAME | MARKET CAP | INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citizens Financial Group, Inc. (CFG) | $29.78B | 0.76x | 0.64x | 0.54x | 2.45x |
| Sunbelt Rentals Holdings Inc (SUNB)vs › | $29.87B | 5.64x | 5.13x | 5.54x | 6.16x |
| Raymond James Financial, Inc. (RJF)vs › | $29.05B | 2.47x | 1.87x | 3.00x | 4.98x |
| Cincinnati Financial Corporation (CINF)vs › | $28.80B | 562.26x | 308.09x | 219.44x | 151.17x |
| Northern Trust Corporation (NTRS)vs › | $32.37B | 0.38x | 0.36x | 0.69x | 15.89x |
| W. R. Berkley Corporation (WRB)vs › | $26.44B | 18.40x | 18.12x | 15.80x | 12.77x |
| Synchrony Financial (SYF)vs › | $26.36B | 1.12x | 1.05x | 1.37x | 1.98x |
| Regions Financial Corporation (RF)vs › | $25.83B | 1.32x | 1.18x | 3.27x | 5.99x |
| Arch Capital Group Ltd. (ACGL)vs › | $34.26B | 33.64x | 32.69x | 24.80x | 20.26x |
| Willis Towers Watson Public Limited Company (WTW)vs › | $25.00B | 8.59x | 5.48x | 5.61x | 6.07x |
Financial Health Indicators
Interest Coverage
0.8x
Debt/Equity
0.43
Current Ratio
1.04
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.
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
Interest Coverage Ratio FAQ
- What is the interest coverage ratio for Citizens Financial Group, Inc. (CFG)?
- The interest coverage ratio for CFG stock is 0.76x.
- Is Citizens Financial Group, Inc.'s interest coverage ratio high or low?
- The interest coverage ratio of 0.76x is 73% below its 5-year average of 2.79x, near the low end of its 5-year range (0.17x–9.55x).
- What is the TTM average interest coverage ratio for Citizens Financial Group, Inc. (CFG)?
- The TTM average interest coverage ratio for CFG stock is 0.64x.
- What is the 3Y average interest coverage ratio for Citizens Financial Group, Inc. (CFG)?
- The 3Y average interest coverage ratio for CFG stock is 0.54x.
- What is the 5Y average interest coverage ratio for Citizens Financial Group, Inc. (CFG)?
- The 5Y average interest coverage ratio for CFG stock is 2.45x.
- What is the 10Y average interest coverage ratio for Citizens Financial Group, Inc. (CFG)?
- The 10Y average interest coverage ratio for CFG stock is 1.66x.
CFG Interest Coverage Ratio History
| DATE | INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO |
|---|---|
| 2026-03-31 | 0.76x |
| 2025-12-31 | 0.74x |
| 2025-09-30 | 0.65x |
| 2025-06-30 | 0.57x |
| 2025-03-31 | 0.49x |
| 2024-12-31 | 0.48x |
| 2024-09-30 | 0.40x |
| 2024-06-30 | 0.41x |
| 2024-03-31 | 0.37x |
| 2023-12-31 | 0.17x |
| 2023-09-30 | 0.51x |
| 2023-06-30 | 0.65x |
| 2023-03-31 | 0.87x |
| 2022-12-31 | 1.49x |
| 2022-09-30 | 2.67x |
| 2022-06-30 | 3.95x |
| 2022-03-31 | 8.12x |
| 2021-12-31 | 9.00x |
| 2021-09-30 | 8.84x |
| 2021-06-30 | 9.55x |
| 2021-03-31 | 7.89x |
| 2020-12-31 | 4.76x |
| 2020-09-30 | 2.62x |
| 2020-06-30 | 1.62x |
| 2020-03-31 | 0.14x |
| 2019-12-31 | 1.51x |
| 2019-09-30 | 1.44x |
| 2019-06-30 | 1.40x |
| 2019-03-31 | 1.38x |
| 2018-12-31 | 1.51x |
| 2018-09-30 | 1.75x |
| 2018-06-30 | 1.89x |
| 2018-03-31 | 2.11x |
| 2017-12-31 | 2.38x |
| 2017-09-30 | 2.54x |
| 2017-06-30 | 2.58x |
| 2017-03-31 | 2.80x |
| 2016-12-31 | 3.04x |
| 2016-09-30 | 3.19x |
| 2016-06-30 | 2.93x |
| 2016-03-31 | 2.89x |
| 2015-12-31 | 2.85x |
| 2015-09-30 | 2.84x |
| 2015-06-30 | 2.52x |
| 2015-03-31 | 2.97x |
| 2014-12-31 | 2.80x |
| 2014-09-30 | 2.95x |
| 2014-06-30 | 5.67x |
| 2014-03-31 | 2.76x |
| 2013-12-31 | 2.14x |
| 2013-09-30 | 2.14x |
| 2013-06-30 | -35.71x |
| 2013-03-31 | 2.24x |
About Citizens Financial Group, Inc.
Citizens Financial Group, Inc. (CFG) functions as the holding company for Citizens Bank, National Association, a major financial institution offering a comprehensive suite of retail and commercial banking solutions across the United States. It serves a broad spectrum of clients, from individual consumers and small enterprises to large corporations and various institutions. Its business is segmented into two primary divisions: Consumer Banking and Commercial Banking. The Consumer Banking division delivers a robust array of products, encompassing deposit accounts, mortgage and home equity lending, credit cards, and business loans for smaller entities. It also provides wealth management, investment services, and specialized financing for areas like auto, education, and point-of-sale purchases, alongside digital deposit solutions. Clients engage with this segment through contact centers and its advanced online and mobile banking platforms. Conversely, the Commercial Banking segment provides sophisticated financial solutions designed for corporate and institutional clients. These include a wide range of lending and leasing products, treasury and deposit management services, foreign exchange, and risk mitigation tools for interest rates and commodities. Additionally, it offers syndicated loans, corporate finance advice, merger and acquisition (M&A) assistance, and capital markets services for debt and equity. Its client roster spans numerous industries, such as government, non-profit, healthcare, technology, professional services, energy (oil and gas), asset and franchise finance, asset-based lending, commercial real estate, private equity, and sponsor finance. The company boasts a substantial physical presence, operating approximately 1,200 branches across 14 states and the District of Columbia. Complementing these are 114 non-branch retail and commercial offices in key national markets and a network of roughly 3,300 automated teller machines. Founded in 1828, Citizens Financial Group, Inc. is headquartered in Providence, Rhode Island. It adopted its current name in April 2014, having previously operated as RBS Citizens Financial Group, Inc.
- Sector
- Financial Services
- Industry
- Banks - Regional
- CEO
- Bruce Winfield Van Saun