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Interest Coverage Ratio: 0.55x

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Is the interest coverage ratio high or low?

The interest coverage ratio of 0.55x is 70% below its 5-year average of 1.87x, around the middle of its 5-year range (-7.28x–17.64x).

As of Saturday, June 27, 2026. 999.23% above its 12-month average of -0.06x.

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Interest Coverage

SATS Interest Coverage Ratio

0.55x

Reported quarterly interest coverage; no daily interpolation.

-75.63% 5Y
SATS Interest Coverage Ratio

SATS Average Interest Coverage Ratio Chart

SATS Interest Coverage Ratio

SATS Current vs Average Interest Coverage Ratio Chart

SATS Interest Coverage Ratio Metrics

INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO

0.55x

INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO AVG TTM

-0.06x

INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO AVG 3Y

-0.60x

INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO AVG 5Y

0.96x

INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO AVG 10Y

1.11x

INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO AVG 15Y

1.22x

INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO AVG 20Y

1.20x

CURRENT VS TTM AVG

+999.23%

CURRENT VS 3Y AVG

+191.85%

CURRENT VS 5Y AVG

-42.34%

CURRENT VS 10Y AVG

-50.38%

CURRENT VS 15Y AVG

-54.76%

CURRENT VS 20Y AVG

-54.24%

SATS Competitors' Interest Coverage Ratio

NAMEMARKET CAPINTEREST COVERAGE RATIOTTM3Y5Y
EchoStar Corporation (SATS)$27.95B0.55x-0.06x-0.60x0.96x
Tower Semiconductor Ltd. (TSEM)vs ›$27.93BN/A77.90x56.21x39.63x
Fair Isaac Corporation (FICO)vs ›$27.43B6.92x6.93x7.11x8.01x
Everpure, Inc (PSTG)vs ›$28.49B15.64x13.28x12.82x12.82x
Teledyne Technologies Incorporated (TDY)vs ›$28.92B19.29x18.18x15.16x16.48x
Twilio Inc. (TWLO)vs ›$29.08BN/AN/AN/AN/A
Splunk Inc. (SPLK)vs ›$26.44B8.39x8.39x8.39x8.39x
Fiserv, Inc. (FISV)vs ›$26.37B3.72x4.24x4.62x4.06x
MKS Inc. (MKSI)vs ›$26.09B2.67x2.05x2.53x10.24x
NetApp, Inc. (NTAP)vs ›$29.87B20.93x20.91x18.99x17.63x

Financial Health Indicators

Interest Coverage

0.6x

Debt/Equity

5.38

Current Ratio

0.42

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 EchoStar Corporation (SATS)?
The interest coverage ratio for SATS stock is 0.55x.
Is EchoStar Corporation's interest coverage ratio high or low?
The interest coverage ratio of 0.55x is 70% below its 5-year average of 1.87x, around the middle of its 5-year range (-7.28x–17.64x).
What is the TTM average interest coverage ratio for EchoStar Corporation (SATS)?
The TTM average interest coverage ratio for SATS stock is -0.06x.
What is the 3Y average interest coverage ratio for EchoStar Corporation (SATS)?
The 3Y average interest coverage ratio for SATS stock is -0.60x.
What is the 5Y average interest coverage ratio for EchoStar Corporation (SATS)?
The 5Y average interest coverage ratio for SATS stock is 0.96x.
What is the 10Y average interest coverage ratio for EchoStar Corporation (SATS)?
The 10Y average interest coverage ratio for SATS stock is 1.11x.
What is the 15Y average interest coverage ratio for EchoStar Corporation (SATS)?
The 15Y average interest coverage ratio for SATS stock is 1.22x.
What is the 20Y average interest coverage ratio for EchoStar Corporation (SATS)?
The 20Y average interest coverage ratio for SATS stock is 1.20x.

SATS Interest Coverage Ratio History

DATEINTEREST COVERAGE RATIO
2026-03-310.55x
2025-12-310.64x
2025-09-30-0.43x
2025-06-30-0.76x
2025-03-31-0.31x
2024-12-31-0.29x
2024-09-30-1.97x
2024-06-30-0.81x
2024-03-31-0.15x
2023-12-31-7.28x
2023-09-30-2.48x
2023-06-3011.65x
2023-03-3117.64x
2022-12-313.68x
2022-09-303.40x
2022-06-303.21x
2022-03-313.01x
2021-12-312.28x
2021-09-303.84x
2021-06-302.26x
2021-03-311.54x
2020-12-310.85x
2020-09-300.97x
2020-06-300.91x
2020-03-310.29x
2019-12-310.25x
2019-09-300.52x
2019-06-300.43x
2019-03-311.11x
2018-12-31-0.31x
2018-09-301.28x
2018-06-301.22x
2018-03-310.92x
2017-12-310.70x
2017-09-301.01x
2017-06-300.83x
2017-03-311.14x
2016-12-312.46x
2016-09-302.19x
2016-06-304.51x
2016-03-313.73x
2015-12-313.54x
2015-09-303.07x
2015-06-302.95x
2015-03-312.30x
2014-12-312.15x
2014-09-302.21x
2014-06-302.07x
2014-03-311.30x
2013-12-310.69x
2013-09-300.86x
2013-06-300.13x
2013-03-310.49x
2012-12-310.02x
2012-09-300.71x
2012-06-301.25x
2012-03-310.76x
2011-12-310.05x
2011-09-300.34x
2011-06-302.36x
2011-03-316.17x
2010-12-318.26x
2010-09-303.49x
2010-06-303.07x
2010-03-313.52x
2009-12-311.30x
2009-09-30-0.55x
2009-06-30-0.42x
2009-03-31-0.32x
2008-09-300.27x
2008-06-30-0.29x
2007-09-30-35.11x
2007-06-30-49.96x

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About EchoStar Corporation

EchoStar Corporation, identified by the symbol SATS, operates globally by delivering a wide array of networking technologies and related services through its various subsidiaries. The company structures its operations into two primary divisions: Hughes and EchoStar Satellite Services (ESS). The Hughes division is dedicated to furnishing comprehensive broadband network solutions, managed services, specialized equipment, hardware, satellite communication functionalities, and complete communications systems for both government agencies and business enterprises. Furthermore, Hughes is involved in the engineering, development, construction, and provision of sophisticated telecommunication networks, which include satellite ground segment systems, gateways, and terminals. These are supplied not only for its own operations but also for integration with other satellite systems, serving mobile network operators and a range of corporate customers. In contrast, the EchoStar Satellite Services (ESS) segment leverages its portfolio of proprietary and leased in-orbit satellites, along with associated licenses, to provide essential satellite services. These capabilities are offered on both a full-time and an ad-hoc basis to a diverse clientele, including U.S. government service contractors, internet service providers, broadcast media organizations, content creators, and private sector businesses. EchoStar's extensive reach spans continents, serving customers across North, South, and Central America, as well as in Asia, Africa, Australia, Europe, India, and the Middle East. The corporation was founded in 2007 and its main corporate offices are situated in Englewood, Colorado.

Englewood, CO
13,700 employees
www.echostar.com
Technology / Communication Equipment
Sector
Technology
Industry
Communication Equipment
CEO
Hamid Akhavan-Malayeri
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