AOWDF (AO World) Interest Expense: $-5 Mil (TTM As of Mar. 2026)


AOWDF AO World PLC AOWDF
46 GF Score
Price $1.23
GF Value $2.71
Valuation Significantly Undervalued
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What is AO World Interest Expense?

AO World AOWDF 46 Interest Expense is $-5 Mil as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates AOWDF with a GF Score™ of 46/100 and a GF Value™ of $2.71 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review.

Interest Expense is the amount reported by a company or individual as an expense for borrowed money. AO World's interest expense for the six months ended in Mar. 2026 was $ -2 Mil. Its interest expense for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $-5 Mil.

Interest Coverage is a ratio that determines how easily a company can pay interest expenses on outstanding debt. It is calculated by dividing a company's Operating Income(EBIT) by its Interest Expense. AO World's Operating Income for the six months ended in Mar. 2026 was $ 42 Mil. AO World's Interest Expense for the six months ended in Mar. 2026 was $ -2 Mil. AO World's Interest Coverage for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 24.47. The higher the ratio, the stronger the company's financial strength is. Note: If both Interest Expense and Interest Income are empty, while Net Interest Income is negative, then use Net Interest Income as Interest Expense.


AO World  (OTCPK:AOWDF) Interest Expense Explanation

Interest Coverage is a ratio that determines how easily a company can pay interest expenses on outstanding debt. It is calculated by dividing a company's Operating Income (EBIT) by its Interest Expense. The higher, the better.

Note: If both Interest Expense and Interest Income are empty, while Net Interest Income is negative, then use Net Interest Income as Interest Expense.

AO World's Interest Expense for the six months ended in Mar. 2026 was $-2 Mil. Its Operating Income for the six months ended in Mar. 2026 was $42 Mil. And its Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation for the six months ended in Mar. 2026 was $64 Mil.

AO World's Interest Coverage for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as

Interest Coverage=-1* Operating Income (Q: Mar. 2026 )/Interest Expense (Q: Mar. 2026 )
=-1*42.4/-1.733
=24.47

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

The higher the ratio, the stronger the company's financial strength is.


AO World Interest Expense Historical Data

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The historical data trend for AO World's Interest Expense can be seen below:

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

AO World Interest Expense Chart

AO World Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
Interest Expense
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AO World Semi-Annual Data
Sep16 Mar17 Sep17 Mar18 Sep18 Mar19 Sep19 Mar20 Sep20 Mar21 Sep21 Mar22 Sep22 Mar23 Sep23 Mar24 Sep24 Mar25 Sep25 Mar26
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AO World Interest Expense Calculation

Interest Expense is the amount reported by a company or individual as an expense for borrowed money.

Interest Expense for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the semi-annually data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $-5 Mil.

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Interest Expense →
What does a Interest Expense of $-5 Mil mean?
AO World (AOWDF) has a Interest Expense of $-5 Mil as of Mar. 2026. Interest Expense is the amount a company pays on its long-term debt. View historical data on AO World and its competitors.
Is AO World's Interest Expense too high?
AO World's current Interest Expense is $-5 Mil. Overall, AO World has a GF Score™ of 46/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does AO World's Interest Expense compare to CASY and WSM?
AO World's Interest Expense of $-5 Mil can be compared against companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Interest Expense for a Retail - Cyclical company?
A good Interest Expense depends on the Retail - Cyclical industry context. However, Interest Expense should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Interest Expense mean?
A high Interest Expense can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Interest Expense is the amount a company pays on its long-term debt. View historical data on AO World and its competitors. AO World's current Interest Expense is $-5 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is AO World stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, AO World (AOWDF) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $2.71, compared to a current price of $1.23 — trading 54.6% below its estimated fair value. The current Interest Expense is $-5 Mil. AO World's overall GF Score™ is 46/100 with 1 warning sign to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Interest Expense calculated?
Interest Expense is calculated from a company's financial statements. For AO World (AOWDF), the current Interest Expense is $-5 Mil as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is AO World (AOWDF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, AO World stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $1.23 is trading 54.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of $2.71. GuruFocus considers AO World to be Significantly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for AOWDF:

  • Interest Expense: $-5 Mil
  • GF Value™: $2.71 vs. price of $1.23 (54.6% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 46/100 with 1 warning sign

No single metric tells the full story. See the AOWDF stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


AO World Business Description

Other Exchanges AOl:UKAO.:UK81A:Germany
Address 5A The Parklands, AO Park, Lostock, Bolton, GBR, BL6 4SD
AO World PLC is a European retailer that specializes in electrical products. The company's primary markets include essential domestic appliances, small domestic appliances, and audiovisual equipment. Within the domestic appliances category, AO collaborates with suppliers such as Fisher & Paykel, Daewoo, and Amica. The small domestic appliances segment encompasses a variety of appliances including food preparation appliances, kitchen appliances, and floorcare devices. Additionally, the company offers ancillary services to customers in the UK. AO's main geographical markets are the UK, Germany, and the Netherlands.
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