Interest Coverage Ratio: 3.84x
Is the interest coverage ratio high or low?
The interest coverage ratio of 3.84x is 53% below its 5-year average of 8.18x, around the middle of its 5-year range (-19.27x–31.00x).
As of Friday, June 26, 2026. 36.95% above its 12-month average of 2.81x.
MKSI Interest Coverage Ratio
Reported quarterly interest coverage; no daily interpolation.
MKSI Average Interest Coverage Ratio Chart
MKSI Current vs Average Interest Coverage Ratio Chart
MKSI Interest Coverage Ratio Metrics
INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO
3.84x
INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO AVG TTM
2.81x
INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO AVG 3Y
1.84x
INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO AVG 5Y
8.18x
INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO AVG 10Y
10.97x
INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO AVG 15Y
167.11x
INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO AVG 20Y
170.36x
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+36.95%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+109.19%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-52.98%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-64.94%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-97.70%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-97.74%
MKSI Competitors' Interest Coverage Ratio
| NAME | MARKET CAP | INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MKS Inc. (MKSI) | $27.71B | 3.84x | 2.81x | 1.84x | 8.18x |
| Everpure, Inc (PSTG)vs › | $28.49B | 15.64x | 13.28x | 12.82x | 12.82x |
| Entegris, Inc. (ENTG)vs › | $26.61B | 4.62x | 3.55x | 2.74x | 5.41x |
| Fair Isaac Corporation (FICO)vs › | $26.52B | 6.92x | 6.93x | 7.11x | 8.01x |
| Twilio Inc. (TWLO)vs › | $28.97B | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Splunk Inc. (SPLK)vs › | $26.44B | 8.39x | 8.39x | 8.39x | 8.39x |
| Teledyne Technologies Incorporated (TDY)vs › | $29.06B | 19.29x | 18.18x | 15.16x | 16.48x |
| Workday, Inc. (WDAY)vs › | $29.80B | 8.98x | 6.31x | 4.74x | 4.74x |
| Strategy Inc (MSTR)vs › | $25.35B | -83.80x | 1145.05x | 1145.05x | 1145.05x |
| Fiserv, Inc. (FISV)vs › | $25.35B | 3.72x | 4.24x | 4.62x | 4.06x |
Financial Health Indicators
Interest Coverage
3.8x
Debt/Equity
1.73
Current Ratio
2.71
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 MKS Inc. (MKSI)?
- The interest coverage ratio for MKSI stock is 3.84x.
- Is MKS Inc.'s interest coverage ratio high or low?
- The interest coverage ratio of 3.84x is 53% below its 5-year average of 8.18x, around the middle of its 5-year range (-19.27x–31.00x).
- What is the TTM average interest coverage ratio for MKS Inc. (MKSI)?
- The TTM average interest coverage ratio for MKSI stock is 2.81x.
- What is the 3Y average interest coverage ratio for MKS Inc. (MKSI)?
- The 3Y average interest coverage ratio for MKSI stock is 1.84x.
- What is the 5Y average interest coverage ratio for MKS Inc. (MKSI)?
- The 5Y average interest coverage ratio for MKSI stock is 8.18x.
- What is the 10Y average interest coverage ratio for MKS Inc. (MKSI)?
- The 10Y average interest coverage ratio for MKSI stock is 10.97x.
- What is the 15Y average interest coverage ratio for MKS Inc. (MKSI)?
- The 15Y average interest coverage ratio for MKSI stock is 167.11x.
- What is the 20Y average interest coverage ratio for MKS Inc. (MKSI)?
- The 20Y average interest coverage ratio for MKSI stock is 170.36x.
MKSI Interest Coverage Ratio History
| DATE | INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO |
|---|---|
| 2026-03-31 | 3.84x |
| 2025-12-31 | 3.04x |
| 2025-09-30 | 2.60x |
| 2025-06-30 | 2.45x |
| 2025-03-31 | 2.09x |
| 2024-12-31 | 2.06x |
| 2024-09-30 | 2.00x |
| 2024-06-30 | 1.38x |
| 2024-03-31 | 1.03x |
| 2023-12-31 | 0.27x |
| 2023-09-30 | 1.27x |
| 2023-06-30 | -19.27x |
| 2023-03-31 | 0.01x |
| 2022-12-31 | 1.94x |
| 2022-09-30 | 1.48x |
| 2022-06-30 | 23.43x |
| 2022-03-31 | 28.67x |
| 2021-12-31 | 28.86x |
| 2021-09-30 | 29.17x |
| 2021-06-30 | 31.00x |
| 2021-03-31 | 24.38x |
| 2020-12-31 | 22.92x |
| 2020-09-30 | 17.64x |
| 2020-06-30 | 14.00x |
| 2020-03-31 | 10.10x |
| 2019-12-31 | 7.42x |
| 2019-09-30 | 4.71x |
| 2019-06-30 | 5.04x |
| 2019-03-31 | 1.54x |
| 2018-12-31 | 24.30x |
| 2018-09-30 | 31.47x |
| 2018-06-30 | 38.57x |
| 2018-03-31 | 24.24x |
| 2017-12-31 | 15.02x |
| 2017-09-30 | 14.37x |
| 2017-06-30 | 13.27x |
| 2017-03-31 | 9.46x |
| 2016-12-31 | 6.20x |
| 2016-09-30 | 4.41x |
| 2016-06-30 | 2.26x |
| 2016-03-31 | 512.70x |
| 2015-12-31 | 2018.64x |
| 2015-09-30 | 725.67x |
| 2015-06-30 | 1211.42x |
| 2015-03-31 | 1270.54x |
| 2014-12-31 | 1042.00x |
| 2014-09-30 | 5630.00x |
| 2014-06-30 | 2555.00x |
| 2014-03-31 | 2222.24x |
| 2013-12-31 | 884.34x |
| 2013-09-30 | 948.62x |
| 2013-06-30 | 453.35x |
| 2013-03-31 | 334.00x |
| 2012-12-31 | 122.50x |
| 2012-09-30 | 199.75x |
| 2012-06-30 | 546.02x |
| 2012-03-31 | 3707.67x |
| 2011-12-31 | 2000.00x |
| 2011-09-30 | 3426.00x |
| 2011-03-31 | 11301.60x |
| 2010-12-31 | 949.04x |
| 2010-09-30 | 1716.75x |
| 2010-06-30 | 1664.97x |
| 2010-03-31 | 1938.77x |
| 2009-09-30 | 49.23x |
| 2009-06-30 | -2934.85x |
| 2009-03-31 | -846.02x |
| 2008-09-30 | 92.88x |
| 2008-06-30 | 201.64x |
| 2008-03-31 | 60.79x |
| 2007-09-30 | 120.15x |
| 2007-06-30 | 127.98x |
| 2007-03-31 | 165.35x |
| 2006-12-31 | 31.41x |
| 2006-09-30 | 156.24x |
| 2006-06-30 | 151.11x |
| 2006-03-31 | 107.73x |
| 2005-12-31 | 18.32x |
About MKS Inc.
MKS Inc. (MKSI) functions as a worldwide supplier of sophisticated instruments, integrated systems, specialized components, and advanced process control solutions. The company's products are engineered to precisely measure, observe, deliver, evaluate, energize, and regulate essential operational factors within diverse manufacturing environments across the globe. Its offerings are categorized into three primary divisions: 1. Vacuum & Analysis: This segment provides cutting-edge solutions for managing pressure and vacuum, featuring both direct and indirect pressure sensing devices. It also offers material handling technologies, including flow and valve systems, alongside integrated pressure measurement and control subsystems designed for meticulous process regulation. Furthermore, it supplies power delivery apparatus such as microwave, radio frequency matching networks, and metrology tools, which are crucial for supplying energy to etching, stripping, and deposition procedures. Plasma and reactive gas products also fall under this division. 2. Light & Motion: Concentrating on light-based technologies, this unit features a broad spectrum of laser products, encompassing continuous wave, pulsed nanosecond, diode, diode-pumped solid-state, and fiber lasers. Its photonics portfolio includes motion control systems, optical tables with vibration isolation platforms, a variety of photonic instruments, precision optics and optical assemblies, opto-mechanical parts, temperature sensing devices vital for wafer fabrication, and laser/LED measurement equipment like power/energy meters, beam profilers, and optical/photonic subsystems. 3. Equipment & Solutions: This division specializes in laser-driven systems for printed circuit board (PCB) manufacturing. Its offerings cover flexible interconnect PCB processing and high-density interconnect solutions for rigid PCB production and substrate preparation. Additionally, it provides test systems for multi-layer ceramic capacitors. MKS Inc. serves a wide array of sectors, including semiconductor manufacturing, industrial technologies, life and health sciences, academic research, and defense. The company distributes its products and services through its internal sales team, independent distributors, sales representatives, and directly via its online platforms and product catalogs. Founded in 1961, MKS Inc. maintains its corporate headquarters in Andover, Massachusetts.
- Sector
- Technology
- Industry
- Hardware, Equipment & Parts
- CEO
- John T. C. Lee