Interest Coverage Ratio: 7.05x
Is the interest coverage ratio high or low?
The interest coverage ratio of 7.05x is 15% above its 5-year average of 6.13x, around the middle of its 5-year range (3.57x–12.48x).
As of Thursday, June 25, 2026. 12.43% above its 12-month average of 6.27x.
HII Interest Coverage Ratio
Reported quarterly interest coverage; no daily interpolation.
HII Average Interest Coverage Ratio Chart
HII Current vs Average Interest Coverage Ratio Chart
HII Interest Coverage Ratio Metrics
INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO
7.05x
INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO AVG TTM
6.27x
INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO AVG 3Y
6.20x
INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO AVG 5Y
5.81x
INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO AVG 10Y
8.57x
INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO AVG 15Y
7.16x
INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO AVG 20Y
N/A
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+12.43%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+13.67%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+21.22%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-17.78%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-1.54%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
N/A
HII Competitors' Interest Coverage Ratio
| NAME | MARKET CAP | INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. (HII) | $11.02B | 7.05x | 6.27x | 6.20x | 5.81x |
| Powell Industries, Inc. (POWL)vs › | $11.39B | N/A | 47.61x | 48.35x | 62.70x |
| Allegion plc (ALLE)vs › | $11.77B | 8.51x | 8.08x | 7.88x | 8.33x |
| Leonardo DRS, Inc. (DRS)vs › | $11.94B | 43.50x | 28.73x | 20.09x | 14.99x |
| Pentair plc (PNR)vs › | $12.28B | 12.36x | 10.71x | 9.33x | 17.93x |
| Builders FirstSource, Inc. (BLDR)vs › | $9.47B | 2.87x | 5.28x | 10.98x | 11.08x |
| CNH Industrial N.V. (CNH)vs › | $12.78B | 1.80x | 2.10x | 3.45x | 3.77x |
| Crane Company (CR)vs › | $12.91B | 37.54x | 25.31x | 15.54x | 11.94x |
| Aecom (ACM)vs › | $9.01B | 5.57x | 5.02x | 4.48x | 3.83x |
| Planet Labs PBC (PL)vs › | $8.76B | -27.67x | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Financial Health Indicators
Interest Coverage
7.0x
Debt/Equity
0.62
Current Ratio
1.13
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 Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. (HII)?
- The interest coverage ratio for HII stock is 7.05x.
- Is Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc.'s interest coverage ratio high or low?
- The interest coverage ratio of 7.05x is 15% above its 5-year average of 6.13x, around the middle of its 5-year range (3.57x–12.48x).
- What is the TTM average interest coverage ratio for Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. (HII)?
- The TTM average interest coverage ratio for HII stock is 6.27x.
- What is the 3Y average interest coverage ratio for Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. (HII)?
- The 3Y average interest coverage ratio for HII stock is 6.20x.
- What is the 5Y average interest coverage ratio for Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. (HII)?
- The 5Y average interest coverage ratio for HII stock is 5.81x.
- What is the 10Y average interest coverage ratio for Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. (HII)?
- The 10Y average interest coverage ratio for HII stock is 8.57x.
- What is the 15Y average interest coverage ratio for Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. (HII)?
- The 15Y average interest coverage ratio for HII stock is 7.16x.
HII Interest Coverage Ratio History
| DATE | INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO |
|---|---|
| 2026-03-31 | 7.05x |
| 2025-12-31 | 6.04x |
| 2025-09-30 | 7.00x |
| 2025-06-30 | 5.50x |
| 2025-03-31 | 5.75x |
| 2024-12-31 | 4.07x |
| 2024-09-30 | 3.57x |
| 2024-06-30 | 7.88x |
| 2024-03-31 | 7.33x |
| 2023-12-31 | 12.48x |
| 2023-09-30 | 7.82x |
| 2023-06-30 | 6.50x |
| 2023-03-31 | 5.88x |
| 2022-12-31 | 4.48x |
| 2022-09-30 | 4.37x |
| 2022-06-30 | 6.27x |
| 2022-03-31 | 5.08x |
| 2021-12-31 | 4.27x |
| 2021-09-30 | 4.38x |
| 2021-06-30 | 6.56x |
| 2021-03-31 | 6.48x |
| 2020-12-31 | 6.33x |
| 2020-09-30 | 8.00x |
| 2020-06-30 | 2.00x |
| 2020-03-31 | 13.06x |
| 2019-12-31 | 11.56x |
| 2019-09-30 | 11.56x |
| 2019-06-30 | 9.44x |
| 2019-03-31 | 9.81x |
| 2018-12-31 | 14.86x |
| 2018-09-30 | 20.14x |
| 2018-06-30 | 16.20x |
| 2018-03-31 | 12.47x |
| 2017-12-31 | 5.59x |
| 2017-09-30 | 13.00x |
| 2017-06-30 | 14.12x |
| 2017-03-31 | 9.00x |
| 2016-12-31 | 14.11x |
| 2016-09-30 | 8.89x |
| 2016-06-30 | 12.06x |
| 2016-03-31 | 10.42x |
| 2015-12-31 | 2.25x |
| 2015-09-30 | 8.00x |
| 2015-06-30 | 10.76x |
| 2015-03-31 | 6.78x |
| 2014-12-31 | 2.18x |
| 2014-09-30 | 6.33x |
| 2014-06-30 | 6.24x |
| 2014-03-31 | 5.89x |
| 2013-12-31 | 5.61x |
| 2013-09-30 | 4.54x |
| 2013-06-30 | 4.00x |
| 2013-03-31 | 3.17x |
| 2012-12-31 | 3.66x |
| 2012-09-30 | 2.28x |
| 2012-06-30 | 3.66x |
| 2012-03-31 | 2.67x |
| 2011-12-31 | 4.28x |
| 2011-09-30 | -6.33x |
| 2011-06-30 | 3.03x |
| 2011-03-31 | 5.67x |
| 2010-12-31 | 9.70x |
| 2010-09-30 | 7.70x |
| 2010-06-30 | -2.00x |
| 2010-03-31 | 8.70x |
About Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc.
Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. (HII) stands as a prominent American enterprise specializing in the comprehensive lifecycle management of military vessels, encompassing their design, construction, modernization, and maintenance. The company's diverse operations are segmented into three core divisions: Ingalls Shipbuilding, Newport News Shipbuilding, and Technical Solutions. HII is a primary builder of non-nuclear ships, delivering amphibious assault ships, expeditionary warfare vessels, surface combatants, and national security cutters to both the U.S. Navy and U.S. Coast Guard. Furthermore, it plays a critical role in providing nuclear-powered ships, including aircraft carriers and submarines, along with essential associated services such as refueling, extensive overhauls, and inactivation procedures. Beyond direct shipbuilding, Huntington Ingalls Industries offers specialized naval nuclear support services, covering the full spectrum from design and construction to maintenance and disposal for active U.S. Navy nuclear fleets, in addition to maintaining nuclear reactor prototypes. Its broader technical and support portfolio includes life-cycle sustainment services for the U.S. Navy fleet and other maritime clients; sophisticated information technology and mission-specific solutions for defense, intelligence, and federal civilian agencies; nuclear facility management, operational support, and environmental remediation services for various government bodies and private sector entities; comprehensive defense and federal solutions; and the development of cutting-edge unmanned systems. Established in 1886, Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. is headquartered in Newport News, Virginia.
- Sector
- Industrials
- Industry
- Aerospace & Defense
- CEO
- Christopher Douglas Kastner