Telecomunicacoes Brasileiras (BSP:TELB3) Interest Expense: R$-280.8 Mil (TTM As of Mar. 2026)

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BSP:TELB3 Telecomunicacoes Brasileiras SA BSP:TELB3
62 GF Score
Price R$10.19
GF Value R$14.84
Valuation Possible Value Trap
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What is Telecomunicacoes Brasileiras Interest Expense?

Telecomunicacoes Brasileiras BSP:TELB3 -0.10% 62 Interest Expense is R$-280.8 Mil as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates BSP:TELB3 with a GF Score™ of 62/100 and a GF Value™ of R$14.84 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review.

Interest Expense is the amount reported by a company or individual as an expense for borrowed money. Telecomunicacoes Brasileiras's interest expense for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was R$ -68.6 Mil. Its interest expense for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was R$-280.8 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. Telecomunicacoes Brasileiras's Operating Income for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was R$ -80.0 Mil. Telecomunicacoes Brasileiras's Interest Expense for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was R$ -68.6 Mil. Telecomunicacoes Brasileiras 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.

Telecomunicacoes Brasileiras  (BSP:TELB3) 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.

Telecomunicacoes Brasileiras's Interest Expense for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was R$-68.6 Mil. Its Operating Income for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was R$-80.0 Mil. And its Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was R$14.7 Mil.

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

Telecomunicacoes Brasileiras 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.

Telecomunicacoes Brasileiras Interest Expense Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Telecomunicacoes Brasileiras'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.

Telecomunicacoes Brasileiras Interest Expense Chart

Telecomunicacoes Brasileiras Annual Data
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Telecomunicacoes Brasileiras 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$-280.8 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$-280.8 Mil mean?
Telecomunicacoes Brasileiras (BSP:TELB3) has a Interest Expense of R$-280.8 Mil as of Mar. 2026. Interest Expense is the amount a company pays on its long-term debt. View historical data on Telecomunicacoes Brasileiras and its competitors.
Is Telecomunicacoes Brasileiras' Interest Expense too high?
Telecomunicacoes Brasileiras' current Interest Expense is R$-280.8 Mil. Overall, Telecomunicacoes Brasileiras has a GF Score™ of 62/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Telecomunicacoes Brasileiras' Interest Expense compare to TMUS and VZ?
Telecomunicacoes Brasileiras' Interest Expense of R$-280.8 Mil can be compared against companies in the Telecommunication Services 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 Telecommunication Services company?
A good Interest Expense depends on the Telecommunication Services 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 Telecomunicacoes Brasileiras and its competitors. Telecomunicacoes Brasileiras's current Interest Expense is R$-280.8 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Telecomunicacoes Brasileiras stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Telecomunicacoes Brasileiras (BSP:TELB3) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is R$14.84, compared to a current price of R$10.19 — trading 31.3% below its estimated fair value. The current Interest Expense is R$-280.8 Mil. Telecomunicacoes Brasileiras' overall GF Score™ is 62/100 with 5 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 Telecomunicacoes Brasileiras (BSP:TELB3), the current Interest Expense is R$-280.8 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 Telecomunicacoes Brasileiras (BSP:TELB3) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Telecomunicacoes Brasileiras stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of R$10.19 is trading 31.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of R$14.84. GuruFocus considers Telecomunicacoes Brasileiras to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for BSP:TELB3:

  • Interest Expense: R$-280.8 Mil
  • GF Value™: R$14.84 vs. price of R$10.19 (31.3% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 62/100 with 5 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the BSP:TELB3 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Telecomunicacoes Brasileiras Business Description

Other Exchanges TELB4:Brazil
Address Commercial Sector South - Quadra 09 - Bloco B, Rooms 301-405, Building Corporate Park City - Tower B, Brasilia, DF, BRA, 70308200
Telecomunicacoes Brasileiras SA is a Brazil-based company. Along with its subsidiaries, the firm offers telecommunication services in the areas of fixed line and mobile communication and internet access services. Its product portfolio includes IP (Internet Protocol) Telebras, Telebras Point-to-Point, and Telebras MPLS (Multiprotocol Label Switching) Network. The company also provides broadband services and infrastructure support services.
62GF Score

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