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Interest Coverage Ratio: 0.94x

Is the interest coverage ratio high or low?

The interest coverage ratio of 0.94x is 204% above its 5-year average of -0.91x, near the high end of its 5-year range (-19.71x–4.96x).

As of Thursday, June 25, 2026. 92.37% above its 12-month average of 0.49x.

Interest Coverage

WBD Interest Coverage Ratio

0.94x

Reported quarterly interest coverage; no daily interpolation.

-80.96% 5Y
WBD Interest Coverage Ratio

WBD Average Interest Coverage Ratio Chart

WBD Interest Coverage Ratio

WBD Current vs Average Interest Coverage Ratio Chart

WBD Interest Coverage Ratio Metrics

INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO

0.94x

INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO AVG TTM

0.49x

INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO AVG 3Y

0.01x

INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO AVG 5Y

0.16x

INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO AVG 10Y

2.19x

INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO AVG 15Y

3.82x

INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO AVG 20Y

N/A

CURRENT VS TTM AVG

+92.37%

CURRENT VS 3Y AVG

+12557.30%

CURRENT VS 5Y AVG

+495.98%

CURRENT VS 10Y AVG

-56.89%

CURRENT VS 15Y AVG

-75.28%

CURRENT VS 20Y AVG

N/A

WBD Competitors' Interest Coverage Ratio

NAMEMARKET CAPINTEREST COVERAGE RATIOTTM3Y5Y
Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. (WBD)$68.19B0.94x0.49x0.01x0.16x
DoorDash, Inc. (DASH)vs ›$77.53BN/AN/AN/AN/A
Comcast Corporation (CMCSA)vs ›$80.88B4.69x5.17x5.46x5.08x
Electronic Arts Inc. (EA)vs ›$51.28B21.92x24.07x24.32x23.33x
Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (TTWO)vs ›$43.77B-0.56x39.37x46.38x32.64x
Spotify Technology S.A. (SPOT)vs ›$93.56B70.90x54.41x54.41x37.06x
Live Nation Entertainment, Inc. (LYV)vs ›$39.90B4.70x3.62x3.23x3.23x
Reddit, Inc. (RDDT)vs ›$30.93BN/AN/AN/AN/A
Fox Corporation (FOXA)vs ›$21.96B8.01x7.06x7.22x7.11x
Omnicom Group Inc. (OMC)vs ›$20.99B9.82x9.64x9.86x9.62x

Financial Health Indicators

Interest Coverage

0.9x

Debt/Equity

0.91

Current Ratio

1.06

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 Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. (WBD)?
The interest coverage ratio for WBD stock is 0.94x.
Is Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc.'s interest coverage ratio high or low?
The interest coverage ratio of 0.94x is 204% above its 5-year average of -0.91x, near the high end of its 5-year range (-19.71x–4.96x).
What is the TTM average interest coverage ratio for Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. (WBD)?
The TTM average interest coverage ratio for WBD stock is 0.49x.
What is the 3Y average interest coverage ratio for Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. (WBD)?
The 3Y average interest coverage ratio for WBD stock is 0.01x.
What is the 5Y average interest coverage ratio for Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. (WBD)?
The 5Y average interest coverage ratio for WBD stock is 0.16x.
What is the 10Y average interest coverage ratio for Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. (WBD)?
The 10Y average interest coverage ratio for WBD stock is 2.19x.
What is the 15Y average interest coverage ratio for Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. (WBD)?
The 15Y average interest coverage ratio for WBD stock is 3.82x.

WBD Interest Coverage Ratio History

DATEINTEREST COVERAGE RATIO
2026-03-310.94x
2025-12-310.92x
2025-09-301.07x
2025-06-30-0.40x
2025-03-31-0.08x
2024-12-310.33x
2024-09-300.57x
2024-06-30-19.71x
2024-03-31-0.52x
2023-12-31-0.36x
2023-09-300.17x
2023-06-30-1.58x
2023-03-31-0.98x
2022-12-31-3.39x
2022-09-30-3.95x
2022-06-30-7.12x
2022-03-312.31x
2021-12-313.30x
2021-09-302.07x
2021-06-304.96x
2021-03-312.43x
2020-12-312.99x
2020-09-303.30x
2020-06-304.45x
2020-03-314.78x
2019-12-314.35x
2019-09-303.80x
2019-06-305.66x
2019-03-314.25x
2018-12-314.16x
2018-09-301.99x
2018-06-303.32x
2018-03-311.15x
2017-12-31-5.33x
2017-09-303.18x
2017-06-306.92x
2017-03-315.35x
2016-12-316.10x
2016-09-305.03x
2016-06-306.44x
2016-03-315.75x
2015-12-315.38x
2015-09-306.16x
2015-06-307.23x
2015-03-315.42x
2014-12-315.88x
2014-09-306.16x
2014-06-307.71x
2014-03-315.36x
2013-12-316.68x
2013-09-306.10x
2013-06-306.86x
2013-03-316.12x
2012-12-317.52x
2012-09-306.44x
2012-06-308.00x
2012-03-318.15x
2011-12-317.80x
2011-09-307.64x
2011-06-309.08x
2011-03-3110.35x
2010-12-318.21x
2010-09-306.37x
2010-06-307.75x
2010-03-314.86x
2009-12-314.36x
2009-09-303.40x
2009-06-308.28x
2009-03-314.35x
2008-09-304.85x
2008-06-303.15x
2008-03-313.90x

About Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc.

Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. operates as a prominent global media and entertainment conglomerate. Its operations are structured across three key divisions: Studios, Network, and Direct-to-Consumer (DTC). The Studios segment is responsible for the creation and theatrical release of feature films. It also develops and licenses television programming, serving both its internal network infrastructure and external partners, including direct-to-consumer platforms. Further, this segment manages the distribution of its film and television catalog to various third-party outlets and its proprietary television channels. Additionally, it encompasses streaming services, home entertainment distribution, licensing for themed attractions, and the creation of interactive games. The Network division oversees a comprehensive portfolio of television channels, both domestically and internationally. Its Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) segment focuses on delivering premium subscription television and streaming content directly to consumers. Beyond its operational structure, Warner Bros. Discovery commands an extensive intellectual property portfolio. This encompasses a vast array of iconic content, brands, and franchises spanning television, film, streaming, and gaming. Noteworthy examples include properties from the Warner Bros. Motion Picture Group and Television Group, DC, HBO, Max, Discovery Channel, CNN, HGTV, Food Network, TNT Sports, TBS, TLC, OWN, Warner Bros. Games, as well as beloved sagas like Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman, Harry Potter, Looney Tunes, Hanna-Barbera, Game of Thrones, and The Lord of the Rings. The company distributes its content through a multitude of channels, ranging from traditional linear, free-to-air, and broadcast television to authenticated digital applications, various digital distribution partnerships, content licensing agreements, and proprietary direct-to-consumer subscription offerings. Established in 2008, Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. maintains its corporate headquarters in New York City.

New York City, NY
35,000 employees
Communication Services / Entertainment
Sector
Communication Services
Industry
Entertainment
CEO
David Zaslav