People (BSP:PPLI34) Interest Expense: R$-636 Mil (TTM As of Mar. 2026)


BSP:PPLI34 People Inc BSP:PPLI34
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What is People Interest Expense?

People BSP:PPLI34 63 Interest Expense is R$-636 Mil as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates BSP:PPLI34 with a GF Score™ of 63/100 and a GF Value™ of R$8.87. The stock has 10 warning signs investors should review.

Interest Expense is the amount reported by a company or individual as an expense for borrowed money. People's interest expense for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was R$ -135 Mil. Its interest expense for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was R$-636 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. People's Operating Income for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was R$ -210 Mil. People's Interest Expense for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was R$ -135 Mil. People did not have earnings to cover the interest expense. 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.

People  (BSP:PPLI34) 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.

People's Interest Expense for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was R$-135 Mil. Its Operating Income for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was R$-210 Mil. And its Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was R$7,299 Mil.

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

People did not have earnings to cover the interest expense.

* 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.

People Interest Expense Historical Data

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The historical data trend for People'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.

People Interest Expense Chart

People Annual Data
Trend Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
Interest Expense
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People Quarterly Data
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People 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 quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was R$-636 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 R$-636 Mil mean?
People (BSP:PPLI34) has a Interest Expense of R$-636 Mil as of Mar. 2026. Interest Expense is the amount a company pays on its long-term debt. View historical data on People and its competitors.
Is People's Interest Expense too high?
People's current Interest Expense is R$-636 Mil. Overall, People has a GF Score™ of 63/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does People's Interest Expense compare to JOYY and STUB?
People's Interest Expense of R$-636 Mil can be compared against companies in the Interactive Media 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 an Interactive Media company?
A good Interest Expense depends on the Interactive Media 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 People and its competitors. People's current Interest Expense is R$-636 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is People stock overvalued right now?
People (BSP:PPLI34) has a current Interest Expense of R$-636 Mil. The stock's GF Value™ is R$8.87, compared to a current price of R$11.21 — trading 26.4% above its estimated fair value. The current Interest Expense is R$-636 Mil. People's overall GF Score™ is 63/100 with 10 warning signs 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 People (BSP:PPLI34), the current Interest Expense is R$-636 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 People (BSP:PPLI34) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, People stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of R$11.21 is trading 26.4% above its estimated GF Value™ of R$8.87.

Key valuation signals for BSP:PPLI34:

  • Interest Expense: R$-636 Mil
  • GF Value™: R$8.87 vs. price of R$11.21 (26.4% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 63/100 with 10 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the BSP:PPLI34 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

People Business Description

Address 555 West 18th Street, New York, NY, USA, 10011
People Inc is a media and publishing business that operates a portfolio of brands, including PEOPLE, Food & Wine, Travel + Leisure, InStyle, Better Homes & Gardens, and Southern Living. The company also holds a minority equity stake in MGM Resorts International.
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