Installed Building Products Inc (IBP)

Interest coverage

Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
Earnings before interest and tax (EBIT) US$ in thousands 383,300 370,100 341,081 185,117 161,468
Interest expense US$ in thousands 36,900 37,000 41,600 32,800 30,291
Interest coverage 10.39 10.00 8.20 5.64 5.33

December 31, 2024 calculation

Interest coverage = EBIT ÷ Interest expense
= $383,300K ÷ $36,900K
= 10.39

Installed Building Products Inc's interest coverage has shown a generally positive trend over the past five years, increasing from 5.33 in December 31, 2020, to 10.39 in December 31, 2024. This indicates the company's ability to meet its interest obligations from operating profits has improved significantly. The steady growth in interest coverage reflects the company's strengthening financial position and reduced financial risk related to debt repayment. Overall, the consistent improvement in interest coverage suggests Installed Building Products Inc is effectively managing its interest expenses and generating sufficient earnings to cover its interest payments comfortably.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2024

Company name
Symbol
Interest coverage
Installed Building Products Inc
IBP
10.39
Fortune Brands Innovations Inc.
FBIN
6.12
Lennar Corporation
LEN
34,796.82