Interest Coverage Ratio: 16.54x
Is the interest coverage ratio high or low?
The interest coverage ratio of 16.54x is 94% above its 5-year average of 8.54x, near the high end of its 5-year range (-1.80x–16.54x).
As of Sunday, June 28, 2026. 40.97% above its 12-month average of 11.73x.
VMI Interest Coverage Ratio
Reported quarterly interest coverage; no daily interpolation.
VMI Average Interest Coverage Ratio Chart
VMI Current vs Average Interest Coverage Ratio Chart
VMI Interest Coverage Ratio Metrics
INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO
16.54x
INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO AVG TTM
11.73x
INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO AVG 3Y
9.73x
INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO AVG 5Y
8.98x
INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO AVG 10Y
6.84x
INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO AVG 15Y
7.84x
INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO AVG 20Y
8.20x
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+40.97%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+70.01%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+84.16%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+141.94%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
+110.99%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
+101.73%
VMI Competitors' Interest Coverage Ratio
| NAME | MARKET CAP | INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valmont Industries, Inc. (VMI) | $11.04B | 16.54x | 11.73x | 9.73x | 8.98x |
| Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. (HII)vs › | $11.11B | 5.79x | 5.71x | 6.29x | 6.28x |
| Leonardo DRS, Inc. (DRS)vs › | $11.33B | 43.50x | 28.73x | 20.09x | 14.99x |
| Powell Industries, Inc. (POWL)vs › | $10.19B | N/A | 47.61x | 48.35x | 62.70x |
| Allegion plc (ALLE)vs › | $12.01B | 8.51x | 8.08x | 7.88x | 8.33x |
| Pentair plc (PNR)vs › | $12.35B | 12.36x | 10.71x | 9.33x | 17.93x |
| Builders FirstSource, Inc. (BLDR)vs › | $9.59B | 2.87x | 5.28x | 10.98x | 11.08x |
| Crane Company (CR)vs › | $12.65B | 37.54x | 25.31x | 15.54x | 11.94x |
| Aecom (ACM)vs › | $9.13B | 5.57x | 5.02x | 4.48x | 3.83x |
| Gartner, Inc. (IT)vs › | $9.04B | 9.15x | 8.98x | 9.00x | 8.00x |
Financial Health Indicators
Interest Coverage
16.5x
Debt/Equity
0.57
Current Ratio
2.35
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 Valmont Industries, Inc. (VMI)?
- The interest coverage ratio for VMI stock is 16.54x.
- Is Valmont Industries, Inc.'s interest coverage ratio high or low?
- The interest coverage ratio of 16.54x is 94% above its 5-year average of 8.54x, near the high end of its 5-year range (-1.80x–16.54x).
- What is the TTM average interest coverage ratio for Valmont Industries, Inc. (VMI)?
- The TTM average interest coverage ratio for VMI stock is 11.73x.
- What is the 3Y average interest coverage ratio for Valmont Industries, Inc. (VMI)?
- The 3Y average interest coverage ratio for VMI stock is 9.73x.
- What is the 5Y average interest coverage ratio for Valmont Industries, Inc. (VMI)?
- The 5Y average interest coverage ratio for VMI stock is 8.98x.
- What is the 10Y average interest coverage ratio for Valmont Industries, Inc. (VMI)?
- The 10Y average interest coverage ratio for VMI stock is 6.84x.
- What is the 15Y average interest coverage ratio for Valmont Industries, Inc. (VMI)?
- The 15Y average interest coverage ratio for VMI stock is 7.84x.
- What is the 20Y average interest coverage ratio for Valmont Industries, Inc. (VMI)?
- The 20Y average interest coverage ratio for VMI stock is 8.20x.
VMI Interest Coverage Ratio History
| DATE | INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO |
|---|---|
| 2026-03-28 | 16.54x |
| 2025-12-27 | 12.13x |
| 2025-09-27 | 14.53x |
| 2025-06-28 | 2.78x |
| 2025-03-29 | 12.69x |
| 2024-12-28 | 9.72x |
| 2024-09-28 | 8.78x |
| 2024-06-29 | 9.30x |
| 2024-03-30 | 8.11x |
| 2023-12-31 | 4.15x |
| 2023-09-30 | -1.80x |
| 2023-07-01 | 8.97x |
| 2023-04-01 | 9.04x |
| 2022-12-31 | 8.28x |
| 2022-09-24 | 9.46x |
| 2022-06-25 | 10.43x |
| 2022-03-26 | 8.42x |
| 2021-12-31 | 4.55x |
| 2021-09-25 | 6.91x |
| 2021-06-26 | 7.92x |
| 2021-03-27 | 7.72x |
| 2020-12-31 | 5.15x |
| 2020-09-26 | 5.88x |
| 2020-06-27 | 4.30x |
| 2020-03-28 | 6.68x |
| 2019-12-31 | 5.41x |
| 2019-09-28 | 6.12x |
| 2019-06-29 | 6.08x |
| 2019-03-30 | 5.53x |
| 2018-12-31 | 3.48x |
| 2018-09-29 | 3.50x |
| 2018-06-30 | 5.40x |
| 2018-03-31 | 5.78x |
| 2017-12-31 | 5.62x |
| 2017-09-30 | 5.37x |
| 2017-07-01 | 7.25x |
| 2017-04-01 | 5.72x |
| 2016-12-31 | 5.04x |
| 2016-09-24 | 4.80x |
| 2016-06-25 | 6.46x |
| 2016-03-26 | 5.64x |
| 2015-12-31 | -1.53x |
| 2015-09-26 | 3.33x |
| 2015-06-27 | 4.81x |
| 2015-03-28 | 5.18x |
| 2014-12-31 | 5.73x |
| 2014-09-27 | 10.07x |
| 2014-06-28 | 12.62x |
| 2014-03-29 | 12.06x |
| 2013-12-31 | 12.38x |
| 2013-09-28 | 13.49x |
| 2013-06-29 | 17.98x |
| 2013-03-30 | 14.43x |
| 2012-12-31 | 14.02x |
| 2012-09-29 | 10.72x |
| 2012-06-30 | 13.12x |
| 2012-03-31 | 10.61x |
| 2011-12-31 | 8.18x |
| 2011-09-24 | 9.39x |
| 2011-06-25 | 6.37x |
| 2011-03-26 | 5.48x |
| 2010-12-31 | 7.72x |
| 2010-09-25 | 5.55x |
| 2010-06-26 | 4.43x |
| 2010-03-27 | 5.31x |
| 2009-12-31 | 12.15x |
| 2009-09-26 | 17.49x |
| 2009-06-27 | 17.46x |
| 2009-03-28 | 13.61x |
| 2008-12-31 | 8.05x |
| 2008-09-27 | 10.86x |
| 2008-06-28 | 10.43x |
| 2008-03-29 | 7.15x |
| 2007-12-31 | 9.07x |
| 2007-09-29 | 8.02x |
| 2007-06-30 | 12.14x |
| 2007-03-31 | 7.18x |
| 2006-12-31 | 6.52x |
| 2006-09-30 | 4.57x |
| 2006-07-01 | 7.78x |
| 2006-04-01 | 12.25x |
| 2005-12-31 | 5.22x |
| 2005-09-24 | 3.78x |
| 2005-06-25 | 4.60x |
| 2005-03-26 | 3.04x |
| 2004-12-31 | 3.86x |
| 2004-09-30 | 3.56x |
| 2004-06-26 | 0.78x |
| 2004-03-27 | 4.34x |
| 2003-12-31 | 4.98x |
| 2003-09-27 | 3.25x |
| 2003-06-28 | 4.22x |
| 2003-03-29 | 4.84x |
| 2002-12-31 | 4.58x |
| 2002-09-28 | 4.97x |
| 2002-06-29 | 5.97x |
About Valmont Industries, Inc.
Valmont Industries, Inc. is a global enterprise specializing in engineered products, conducting operations across the United States, Australia, Brazil, Denmark, and other international markets. The company's business is organized into two primary divisions: Infrastructure and Agriculture. Within its Infrastructure segment, Valmont designs, produces, and distributes a wide array of engineered metal, steel, wood, aluminum, and composite structures, including poles, towers, and components. These are deployed in critical areas such as lighting, traffic control, and wireless communication networks. The segment also delivers specialized access systems, integrated structural solutions for smart urban environments, and highway safety products. Furthermore, it provides robust steel and concrete pole structures essential for utility transmission, power distribution, substations, and renewable energy generation facilities, complemented by inspection services. To ensure the durability of metal products, Valmont offers protective services like hot-dipped galvanizing, anodizing, and powder coating. The Agriculture segment focuses on advanced water management technologies and solutions tailored for precision farming. It manufactures and supplies mechanical irrigation equipment, along with associated parts and support services, primarily serving the agricultural industry under its well-known Valley brand. Additionally, this segment produces tubular products for various industrial clients. Valmont's extensive customer base includes municipalities and government agencies, manufacturers of commercial lighting fixtures, construction contractors, telecommunications and utility providers, large agricultural operations, and the broader manufacturing sector. Established in 1946, the company maintains its headquarters in Omaha, Nebraska.
- Sector
- Industrials
- Industry
- Conglomerates
- CEO
- J. Christopher Colwell