Smurfit Westrock Plc (SW) Interest Coverage Ratio: 2.65x
The interest coverage ratio for Smurfit Westrock Plc (SW) is 2.65x as of Monday, June 15, 2026.
SW Interest Coverage Ratio Metrics
INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO
2.65x
SW Competitors' Interest Coverage Ratio
| NAME | MARKET CAP | INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smurfit Westrock Plc (SW) | $22.72B | 2.65x | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Rivian Automotive, Inc. (RIVN)vs › | $21.06B | -13.08x | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Ralph Lauren Corporation (RL)vs › | $24.64B | 21.76x | 21.45x | 19.56x | 18.61x |
| Ulta Beauty, Inc. (ULTA)vs › | $20.11B | 866.71x | 866.71x | 866.71x | 557.81x |
| Flutter Entertainment plc (FLUT)vs › | $19.19B | 0.93x | 1.33x | 1.33x | 1.14x |
| International Paper Company (IP)vs › | $19.14B | -7.58x | 1.96x | 2.92x | 2.76x |
| Best Buy Co., Inc. (BBY)vs › | $16.55B | 29.55x | 31.65x | 31.19x | 52.95x |
| Tractor Supply Company (TSCO)vs › | $16.39B | 21.22x | 24.05x | 31.68x | 35.08x |
| Ball Corporation (BALL)vs › | $15.17B | 4.43x | 3.91x | 3.41x | 3.82x |
| DraftKings Inc. (DKNG)vs › | $14.39B | -0.79x | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Financial Health Indicators
Interest Coverage
2.6x
Debt/Equity
0.75
Current Ratio
1.48
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.
Smurfit Westrock Plc 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
Smurfit Westrock Plc Interest Coverage Ratio FAQ
- What is the interest coverage ratio for Smurfit Westrock Plc (SW)?
- The interest coverage ratio for SW stock is 2.65x.
About Smurfit Westrock Plc
Smurfit Westrock Plc, operating through its various group entities, is dedicated to the creation, supply, and sale of a wide array of paper-based packaging solutions across Ireland and globally. The company primarily produces containerboard, which it either transforms into corrugated containers for its own use or distributes to other businesses. Its extensive product range also features diverse paper types, including board for consumer packaging, sack paper, graphic paper, and both solid and graphic board. Beyond these materials, Smurfit Westrock offers a comprehensive selection of paper-based packaging items, such as consumer packaging, robust solid board packaging, paper sacks, and unique options like bag-in-box systems. The firm further manufactures linerboard, corrugated medium, various grades of paperboard, and non-packaging paper. Additionally, it develops converted products like folding cartons and corrugated boxes, alongside other goods. A key aspect of their operations involves creating packaging from recycled paper, and they also provide packaging machinery. Smurfit Westrock primarily caters to a broad clientele across sectors such as food and beverage, online retail, general commerce, consumer products, industrial applications, and the foodservice industry. The company was established in 1934 and is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland.
- Sector
- Consumer Cyclical
- Industry
- Packaging & Containers
- CEO
- Anthony Paul J. Smurfit