Lindsay Corporation (LNN)

Interest coverage

Aug 31, 2024 Aug 31, 2023 Aug 31, 2022 Aug 31, 2021 Aug 31, 2020
Earnings before interest and tax (EBIT) US$ in thousands 76,608 104,163 92,137 55,137 53,602
Interest expense US$ in thousands 3,234 3,788 4,269 4,751 4,759
Interest coverage 23.69 27.50 21.58 11.61 11.26

August 31, 2024 calculation

Interest coverage = EBIT ÷ Interest expense
= $76,608K ÷ $3,234K
= 23.69

The interest coverage ratio for Lindsay Corporation has demonstrated a generally positive trend over the past five years. The ratio increased from 11.26 in the fiscal year ending August 31, 2020, to 27.50 in the fiscal year ending August 31, 2023, indicating a significant improvement in the company's ability to meet its interest obligations through its operating income.

Although there was a slight decrease in the interest coverage ratio to 23.69 in the most recent fiscal year ending August 31, 2024, the company still maintains a strong ability to cover its interest expenses with its operating earnings. This suggests that Lindsay Corporation has a healthy financial position and is less vulnerable to fluctuations in interest rates or operational challenges that could impact its ability to meet its debt obligations.


Peer comparison

Aug 31, 2024

Company name
Symbol
Interest coverage
Lindsay Corporation
LNN
23.69
AGCO Corporation
AGCO
21.38
Alamo Group Inc
ALG
7.71
Deere & Company
DE
3.75