Seagate Technology PLC (STX)

Interest coverage

Jun 30, 2024 Jun 30, 2023 Jun 30, 2022 Jun 30, 2021 Jun 30, 2020
Earnings before interest and tax (EBIT) US$ in thousands 777,000 -183,000 1,928,000 1,568,000 1,233,000
Interest expense US$ in thousands 332,000 313,000 249,000 220,000 201,000
Interest coverage 2.34 -0.58 7.74 7.13 6.13

June 30, 2024 calculation

Interest coverage = EBIT ÷ Interest expense
= $777,000K ÷ $332,000K
= 2.34

Seagate Technology PLC's interest coverage ratio has fluctuated over the past five years, indicating varying degrees of ability to cover interest expenses with operating income.

- In June 2024, the interest coverage ratio was 2.34, suggesting that the company generated operating income 2.34 times larger than its interest expenses, which is a positive sign of financial health and debt repayment capacity.
- In June 2023, the interest coverage ratio was -0.58, indicating that the company's operating income was insufficient to cover its interest expenses. A negative interest coverage ratio raises concerns about the company's ability to meet its debt obligations.
- In both June 2022 and June 2021, the interest coverage ratios were relatively high at 7.74 and 7.13, respectively, demonstrating a strong ability to repay interest obligations.
- In June 2020, the interest coverage ratio was 6.13, also indicating a healthy ability to cover interest expenses with operating income.

Overall, Seagate Technology PLC's interest coverage has shown some volatility, with both positive and negative trends in recent years. It is essential for investors and stakeholders to monitor these fluctuations closely to assess the company's financial health and ability to meet its debt obligations effectively.


Peer comparison

Jun 30, 2024

Company name
Symbol
Interest coverage
Seagate Technology PLC
STX
2.34
NetApp Inc
NTAP
20.73
Pure Storage Inc
PSTG
13.11
Western Digital Corporation
WDC
-0.76