Kellanova (K) Interest Coverage Ratio: 5.29x
The interest coverage ratio for Kellanova (K) is 5.29x as of Tuesday, June 9, 2026.
K Interest Coverage Ratio Metrics
INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO
5.29x
K Competitors' Interest Coverage Ratio
| NAME | MARKET CAP | INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kellanova (K) | — | 5.29x | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Kimberly-Clark Corporation (KMB) | $33.37B | 9.72x | 10.80x | 9.78x | 10.33x |
| Dollar General Corporation (DG) | $24.13B | 9.56x | 7.91x | 9.76x | 11.90x |
| Constellation Brands, Inc. (STZ) | $24.12B | 8.12x | 8.46x | 7.91x | 7.89x |
| Church & Dwight Co., Inc. (CHD) | $22.99B | 11.32x | 9.91x | 9.00x | 12.12x |
| Dollar Tree, Inc. (DLTR) | $21.55B | 18.69x | 16.14x | 16.02x | 14.94x |
| Sysco Corporation (SYY) | $37.08B | 4.86x | 5.07x | 4.92x | 4.26x |
| The Kroger Co. (KR) | $38.84B | 2.96x | 5.68x | 6.08x | 6.36x |
| General Mills, Inc. (GIS) | $18.00B | 6.02x | 6.42x | 7.70x | 7.46x |
| Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. (KDP) | $42.83B | 4.84x | 4.84x | 5.25x | 5.11x |
Financial Health Indicators
Interest Coverage
5.3x
Debt/Equity
1.68
Current Ratio
0.81
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.
Kellanova 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
Kellanova Interest Coverage Ratio FAQ
- What is the interest coverage ratio for Kellanova (K)?
- The interest coverage ratio for K stock is 5.29x.
About Kellanova
Kellanova, a worldwide enterprise, produces and supplies a diverse range of snack and convenience food products across North America, Europe, Latin America, the Asia Pacific region, the Middle East, Australia, and Africa. The company's primary offerings include various snack items such as crackers, savory treats, toaster pastries, assorted cereal and granola bars, and snack bites, along with crisps. Furthermore, its convenience food division features ready-to-eat breakfast cereals, frozen waffles, plant-based meal alternatives, and noodles. These items are marketed under an extensive portfolio of widely recognized brand names, prominently featuring Kellogg's, Cheez-It, Pringles, RXBAR, Eggo, Morningstar Farms, Pop-Tarts, and Special K. This vast array of brands also encompasses Austin, Parati, Bisco, Club, Luxe, Minueto, Toasteds, Town House, Zesta, Zoo Cartoon, Choco Krispis, Crunchy Nut, Kashi, Nutri-Grain, Squares, Zucaritas, Rice Krispies Treats, Sucrilhos, K-Time, Sunibrite, Split Stix, LCMs, Coco Pops, Krave, Frosties, Rice Krispies Squares, Incogmeato, Veggitizers, Gardenburger, Trink, Carr's, Kellogg's Extra, Müsli, Fruit 'n Fibre, Kellogg's Crunchy Nut, Country Store, Smacks, Honey Bsss, Zimmy's, Toppas, Tresor, Froot Ring, Chocos, Chex, Guardian, Just Right, Sultana Bran, Rice Bubbles, Sustain, Choco Krispies, Melvin, Cornelius, Chocovore, Poperto, Pops the Bee, and Sammy the Seal. Kellanova distributes its products to retailers through its own dedicated sales teams, as well as via independent brokers and distributors. The company, originally established in 1906, was known as Kellogg Company before adopting the name Kellanova in October 2023. Its main corporate office is situated in Chicago, Illinois.
- Sector
- Consumer Defensive
- Industry
- Food Confectioners
- CEO
- Steven A. Cahillane