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The Kraft Heinz Company (KHC) Interest Coverage Ratio: -4.93x

The interest coverage ratio for The Kraft Heinz Company (KHC) is -4.93x as of Monday, June 15, 2026.

KHC Interest Coverage Ratio Metrics

INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO

-4.93x

KHC Competitors' Interest Coverage Ratio

NAMEMARKET CAPINTEREST COVERAGE RATIOTTM3Y5Y
The Kraft Heinz Company (KHC)$28.92B-4.93xN/AN/AN/A
Kellanova (K)vs ›$29.03B5.29x4.79x4.82x4.92x
Constellation Brands, Inc. (STZ)vs ›$25.47B8.12x8.46x7.91x7.89x
Dollar General Corporation (DG)vs ›$25.32B9.56x7.91x9.76x11.90x
Kimberly-Clark Corporation (KMB)vs ›$33.95B9.72x10.80x9.78x10.33x
Church & Dwight Co., Inc. (CHD)vs ›$23.12B11.32x9.91x9.00x12.12x
Dollar Tree, Inc. (DLTR)vs ›$21.91B18.69x16.14x16.02x14.94x
Sysco Corporation (SYY)vs ›$37.87B4.86x5.07x4.92x4.26x
General Mills, Inc. (GIS)vs ›$18.42B6.02x6.42x7.70x7.46x
The Kroger Co. (KR)vs ›$39.90B2.96x5.68x6.08x6.36x

Financial Health Indicators

Interest Coverage

-4.9x

Debt/Equity

0.51

Current Ratio

1.15

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.

The Kraft Heinz Company 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

The Kraft Heinz Company Interest Coverage Ratio FAQ

What is the interest coverage ratio for The Kraft Heinz Company (KHC)?
The interest coverage ratio for KHC stock is -4.93x.

About The Kraft Heinz Company

The Kraft Heinz Company, along with its subsidiaries, operates as a global entity focused on the manufacturing and marketing of a broad spectrum of food and beverage products. Its reach extends across key markets such as the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom, as well as numerous other international territories. The company's diverse product offerings include popular condiments and sauces, a variety of cheese and dairy items, prepared meals, meat products, and refreshing beverages. Additionally, its portfolio features coffee, an assortment of healthy snacks, salad dressings, various spices and seasonings, and a range of other general grocery staples. Kraft Heinz employs a multi-faceted distribution strategy. It utilizes its internal sales organizations alongside independent brokers, agents, and third-party distributors to reach a wide array of customers. These include large grocery chains, wholesale providers, cooperative and independent grocers, convenience stores, pharmacies, value stores, bakeries, mass merchandisers, and club stores. Furthermore, the company supplies products to the foodservice sector and institutional clients, such as hotels, restaurants, hospitals, healthcare facilities, and government agencies. A significant portion of its sales also occurs online through various e-commerce platforms and digital retailers. Tracing its origins back to its founding in 1869, the company initially operated as H.J. Heinz Holding Corporation before officially changing its name to The Kraft Heinz Company in July 2015. Its corporate headquarters are located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Pittsburgh, PA
36,000 employees
Consumer Defensive / Packaged Foods
Sector
Consumer Defensive
Industry
Packaged Foods
CEO
Steven A. Cahillane