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Emerson Electric Co. (EMR) Interest Coverage Ratio: 9.13x

The interest coverage ratio for Emerson Electric Co. (EMR) is 9.13x as of Thursday, June 11, 2026.

EMR Interest Coverage Ratio Metrics

INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO

9.13x

EMR Competitors' Interest Coverage Ratio

NAMEMARKET CAPINTEREST COVERAGE RATIOTTM3Y5Y
Emerson Electric Co. (EMR)$77.05B9.13xN/AN/AN/A
3M Company (MMM)$81.35B6.34x5.25x5.76x8.68x
Illinois Tool Works Inc. (ITW)$72.22B14.44x14.75x15.84x15.76x
Johnson Controls International plc (JCI)$87.86B18.01x11.63x9.79x8.46x
Cummins Inc. (CMI)$88.11B11.75x10.95x10.33x14.73x
United Parcel Service, Inc. (UPS)$89.45B7.78x8.94x12.16x13.22x
Rocket Lab USA, Inc. (RKLB)$62.52B-8.64xN/AN/AN/A
Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)$91.77B11.87x12.69x21.74x28.66x
PACCAR Inc (PCAR)$60.57B8.55x82.93x443.94x473.70x
Comfort Systems USA, Inc. (FIX)$60.53B145.70x129.21x79.42x62.41x

Financial Health Indicators

Interest Coverage

9.1x

Debt/Equity

0.68

Current Ratio

0.88

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.

Emerson Electric Co. 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

Emerson Electric Co. Interest Coverage Ratio FAQ

What is the interest coverage ratio for Emerson Electric Co. (EMR)?
The interest coverage ratio for EMR stock is 9.13x.

About Emerson Electric Co.

Emerson Electric Co. is an international technology and engineering firm that delivers diverse solutions to industrial, commercial, and residential clients across the Americas, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and Europe. The company's operations are divided into two main segments: Automation Solutions, and Commercial & Residential Solutions. Through its Automation Solutions division, Emerson provides a range of products including advanced measurement and analytical instruments, industrial valves, and sophisticated process control software and systems. This segment caters to a broad spectrum of industries such as oil and gas, refining, chemical processing, power generation, life sciences, food and beverage, automotive manufacturing, pulp and paper production, metals and mining, and municipal water utilities. The Commercial & Residential Solutions segment focuses on climate control and other essential home and business applications. It supplies residential and commercial heating and air conditioning (HVAC) products, encompassing various compressors (reciprocating and scroll), system protectors, precise flow control devices, and a variety of thermostats (standard, programmable, and Wi-Fi enabled). The segment also delivers monitoring equipment and electronic control units for both gas and electric heating setups, specialized gas valves for furnaces and water heaters, furnace ignition systems, and an array of sensors and thermistors for home appliances, alongside general temperature sensors and controls. Furthermore, this division supplies reciprocating, scroll, and screw compressors, along with precision flow control mechanisms, comprehensive system diagnostics, and advanced environmental control systems. Beyond hardware, it extends its portfolio to include technologies for air conditioning, refrigeration, and lighting management. Complementing these offerings are services like facility design and product lifecycle management, site commissioning, ongoing facility monitoring, and energy modeling. The segment also manufactures tools for both professional tradespeople and DIY enthusiasts, and offers a suite of appliance solutions. Established in 1890, Emerson Electric Co. maintains its corporate headquarters in Saint Louis, Missouri.

Saint Louis, MO
73,000 employees
Industrials / Industrial - Machinery
Sector
Industrials
Industry
Industrial - Machinery
CEO
Surendralal Lanca Karsanbhai