What does “interest coverage ratio” mean?

One of the most significant interview questions for credit analysts is this one. A business must pay interest when it takes on debt. The interest coverage ratio demonstrates to the business their ability to handle their interest costs. Interest Coverage Ratio = [EBIT / Interest Expense] The greater the ratio better would be the company’s...

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