Interest Coverage Ratio: 0.47x
Is the interest coverage ratio high or low?
The interest coverage ratio of 0.47x is 77% below its 5-year average of 1.99x, near the low end of its 5-year range (-1.64x–7.09x).
As of Sunday, June 28, 2026. 10.20% above its 12-month average of 0.42x.
WASH Interest Coverage Ratio
Reported quarterly interest coverage; no daily interpolation.
WASH Average Interest Coverage Ratio Chart
WASH Current vs Average Interest Coverage Ratio Chart
WASH Interest Coverage Ratio Metrics
INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO
0.47x
INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO AVG TTM
0.42x
INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO AVG 3Y
0.36x
INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO AVG 5Y
1.99x
INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO AVG 10Y
1.88x
INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO AVG 15Y
1.83x
INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO AVG 20Y
1.54x
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+10.20%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+31.26%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-76.58%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-75.25%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-74.58%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-69.78%
WASH Competitors' Interest Coverage Ratio
| NAME | MARKET CAP | INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington Trust Bancorp, Inc. (WASH) | $703.33M | 0.47x | 0.42x | 0.36x | 1.99x |
| WisdomTree Artificial Intelligence and Innovation Fund (WTAI)vs › | $632.36M | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Lufax Holding Ltd (LU)vs › | $532.47M | -0.46x | 2.08x | 2.33x | 3.20x |
| BlackRock Multi-Sector Income Trust (BIT)vs › | $529.65M | 5.20x | 4.53x | 3.88x | 12.12x |
| HIVE Digital Technologies Ltd. (HIVE)vs › | $1.08B | -90.32x | 4.94x | 13.76x | 16.49x |
| BlackRock Floating Rate Income Trust (BGT)vs › | $313.76M | 5.24x | 5.03x | 5.72x | 6.69x |
| Isabella Bank Corporation (ISBA)vs › | $294.33M | 0.66x | 0.57x | 1.80x | 1.87x |
| Franklin Universal Trust (FT)vs › | $202.31M | 6.31x | 7.93x | 7.93x | 9.66x |
| The New Germany Fund, Inc. (GF)vs › | $186.66M | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| DeFi Technologies Inc. (DEFT)vs › | $157.96M | 6.06x | 6.06x | 6.06x | 6.06x |
Financial Health Indicators
Interest Coverage
0.5x
Debt/Equity
1.34
Current Ratio
0.01
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 Washington Trust Bancorp, Inc. (WASH)?
- The interest coverage ratio for WASH stock is 0.47x.
- Is Washington Trust Bancorp, Inc.'s interest coverage ratio high or low?
- The interest coverage ratio of 0.47x is 77% below its 5-year average of 1.99x, near the low end of its 5-year range (-1.64x–7.09x).
- What is the TTM average interest coverage ratio for Washington Trust Bancorp, Inc. (WASH)?
- The TTM average interest coverage ratio for WASH stock is 0.42x.
- What is the 3Y average interest coverage ratio for Washington Trust Bancorp, Inc. (WASH)?
- The 3Y average interest coverage ratio for WASH stock is 0.36x.
- What is the 5Y average interest coverage ratio for Washington Trust Bancorp, Inc. (WASH)?
- The 5Y average interest coverage ratio for WASH stock is 1.99x.
- What is the 10Y average interest coverage ratio for Washington Trust Bancorp, Inc. (WASH)?
- The 10Y average interest coverage ratio for WASH stock is 1.88x.
- What is the 15Y average interest coverage ratio for Washington Trust Bancorp, Inc. (WASH)?
- The 15Y average interest coverage ratio for WASH stock is 1.83x.
- What is the 20Y average interest coverage ratio for Washington Trust Bancorp, Inc. (WASH)?
- The 20Y average interest coverage ratio for WASH stock is 1.54x.
WASH Interest Coverage Ratio History
| DATE | INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO |
|---|---|
| 2026-03-31 | 0.47x |
| 2025-12-31 | 0.54x |
| 2025-09-30 | 0.33x |
| 2025-06-30 | 0.41x |
| 2025-03-31 | 0.36x |
| 2024-12-31 | -1.64x |
| 2024-09-30 | 0.25x |
| 2024-06-30 | 0.25x |
| 2024-03-31 | 0.26x |
| 2023-12-31 | 0.24x |
| 2023-09-30 | 0.30x |
| 2023-06-30 | 0.34x |
| 2023-03-31 | 0.51x |
| 2022-12-31 | 1.03x |
| 2022-09-30 | 2.38x |
| 2022-06-30 | 5.60x |
| 2022-03-31 | 6.07x |
| 2021-12-31 | 7.09x |
| 2021-09-30 | 6.41x |
| 2021-06-30 | 5.51x |
| 2021-03-31 | 5.09x |
| 2020-12-31 | 3.38x |
| 2020-09-30 | 2.55x |
| 2020-06-30 | 2.28x |
| 2020-03-31 | 1.04x |
| 2019-12-31 | 1.29x |
| 2019-09-30 | 1.45x |
| 2019-06-30 | 1.31x |
| 2019-03-31 | 1.43x |
| 2018-12-31 | 1.58x |
| 2018-09-30 | 1.90x |
| 2018-06-30 | 2.20x |
| 2018-03-31 | 2.38x |
| 2017-12-31 | 2.64x |
| 2017-09-30 | 2.47x |
| 2017-06-30 | 2.72x |
| 2017-03-31 | 2.51x |
| 2016-12-31 | 2.79x |
| 2016-09-30 | 3.10x |
| 2016-06-30 | 2.99x |
| 2016-03-31 | 3.14x |
| 2015-12-31 | 3.08x |
| 2015-09-30 | 2.74x |
| 2015-06-30 | 3.08x |
| 2015-03-31 | 2.93x |
| 2014-12-31 | 2.91x |
| 2014-09-30 | 2.86x |
| 2014-06-30 | 2.81x |
| 2014-03-31 | 2.50x |
| 2013-12-31 | 2.43x |
| 2013-09-30 | 2.42x |
| 2013-06-30 | 2.05x |
| 2013-03-31 | 1.71x |
| 2012-12-31 | 1.88x |
| 2012-09-30 | 1.70x |
| 2012-06-30 | 1.64x |
| 2012-03-31 | 1.51x |
| 2011-12-31 | 1.30x |
| 2011-09-30 | 1.21x |
| 2011-06-30 | 1.16x |
| 2011-03-31 | 1.02x |
| 2010-12-31 | 1.02x |
| 2010-09-30 | 0.83x |
| 2010-06-30 | 0.62x |
| 2010-03-31 | 0.57x |
| 2009-12-31 | 0.46x |
| 2009-09-30 | 0.44x |
| 2009-06-30 | 0.32x |
| 2009-03-31 | 0.22x |
| 2008-12-31 | 0.23x |
| 2008-09-30 | 0.41x |
| 2008-06-30 | 0.50x |
| 2008-03-31 | 0.43x |
| 2007-12-31 | 0.42x |
| 2007-09-30 | 0.50x |
| 2007-06-30 | 0.42x |
| 2007-03-31 | 0.47x |
| 2006-12-31 | 0.51x |
| 2006-09-30 | 0.54x |
| 2006-06-30 | 0.52x |
| 2006-03-31 | 0.56x |
| 2005-12-31 | 0.61x |
| 2005-09-30 | 0.61x |
| 2005-06-30 | 0.62x |
| 2005-03-31 | 0.64x |
| 2004-12-31 | 0.67x |
| 2004-09-30 | 0.69x |
| 2004-06-30 | 0.75x |
| 2004-03-31 | 0.78x |
| 2003-12-31 | 0.77x |
| 2003-09-30 | 0.77x |
| 2003-06-30 | 0.70x |
| 2003-03-31 | 0.70x |
| 2002-12-31 | 0.60x |
| 2002-09-30 | 0.60x |
| 2002-06-30 | 0.53x |
About Washington Trust Bancorp, Inc.
Washington Trust Bancorp, Inc. functions as the holding company for The Washington Trust Company, delivering a diverse range of banking and financial solutions to individuals and corporate clients. The company is structured into two primary divisions: Commercial Banking and Wealth Management Services. The Commercial Banking division extends a wide array of credit products to businesses and individuals. This includes financing for commercial real estate (like mortgages and construction projects), commercial and industrial ventures, residential properties (such as mortgages and home construction), and various consumer needs, including home equity lines, personal installment loans, and even loans for general aviation aircraft. Alongside lending, it provides a comprehensive suite of deposit options, including interest-bearing and non-interest-bearing checking accounts, savings accounts, money market accounts, retirement accounts, and certificates of deposit. Customers also benefit from modern banking conveniences such as debit cards, ATMs, telephone banking, online and mobile platforms, remote deposit capture, and tailored cash management services. The Wealth Management Services segment delivers specialized financial guidance, encompassing investment management, financial planning, and comprehensive trust and estate services for both individual and institutional clients. These services include acting as a trustee, personal representative, custodian, and guardian, managing the settlement of estates, and offering institutional custody and fiduciary support. Additionally, the company operates as a licensed broker-dealer, making available products like variable annuities and college savings plans. As of December 31, 2021, its physical presence included 10 branch locations across southern Rhode Island, 13 within the broader Providence metropolitan area in Rhode Island, and a single branch in southeastern Connecticut. Established in 1800, Washington Trust Bancorp, Inc. has its headquarters in Westerly, Rhode Island.
- Sector
- Financial Services
- Industry
- Banks - Regional
- CEO
- Edward Otis Handy