CPZ (Calamos L/S Equity & Dynamic Trust) Interest Expense: $-7.26 Mil (TTM As of Apr. 2026)

Author: Vera Yuan Vera Yuan
Vera Yuan
Vera Yuan
Director of Data and Quant Analytics at GuruFocus
Focused on building reliable datasets, financial models, and research tools for value-minded investors. Committed to turning complex data into practical guidance for value-investing and long-term wealth.
Reviewed by: Charlie Tian Charlie Tian
Charlie Tian
Charlie Tian
Founder & CEO of GuruFocus
Dr. Charlie Tian is the founder and CEO of GuruFocus.com, a leading global investment research platform established in 2004. With a Ph.D. in physics, Dr. Tian transitioned from science to finance, applying a data-driven, disciplined approach to value investing.

CPZ Calamos L/S Equity & Dynamic Inc Trust CPZ
32 GF Score
Price $13.36
GF Value $1.41
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 4 Warning Signs
View Full Analysis

What is Calamos L/S Equity & Dynamic Trust Interest Expense?

Calamos L/S Equity & Dynamic Trust CPZ -0.26% 32 Interest Expense is $-7.26 Mil as of Apr. 2026. GuruFocus rates CPZ with a GF Score™ of 32/100 and a GF Value™ of $1.41 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review.

Interest Expense is the amount reported by a company or individual as an expense for borrowed money. Calamos L/S Equity & Dynamic Trust's interest expense for the six months ended in Apr. 2026 was $ -3.58 Mil. Its interest expense for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was $-7.26 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. Calamos L/S Equity & Dynamic Trust's Operating Income for the six months ended in Apr. 2026 was $ Mil. Calamos L/S Equity & Dynamic Trust's Interest Expense for the six months ended in Apr. 2026 was $ Mil. 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.

Calamos L/S Equity & Dynamic Trust Interest Expense Historical Data

* Premium members only.

The historical data trend for Calamos L/S Equity & Dynamic Trust'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.

Calamos L/S Equity & Dynamic Trust Interest Expense Chart

Calamos L/S Equity & Dynamic Trust Annual Data
Trend Oct20 Oct21 Oct22 Oct23 Oct24 Oct25
Interest Expense
Get a 7-Day Free Trial -2.95 -5.04 -8.91 -9.89 -8.09

Calamos L/S Equity & Dynamic Trust Semi-Annual Data
Apr20 Oct20 Apr21 Oct21 Apr22 Oct22 Apr23 Oct23 Apr24 Oct24 Apr25 Oct25 Apr26
Interest Expense Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -4.98 -4.91 -4.42 -3.68 -3.58
CPZ
32GF Score
Calamos L/S Equity & Dynamic Inc Trust CPZ
Interest Expense is just one metric. See GF Score™, valuation, warning signs, and more.
View Full Analysis

Calamos L/S Equity & Dynamic Trust 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 Apr. 2026 adds up the semi-annually data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $-7.26 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 $-7.26 Mil mean?
Calamos L/S Equity & Dynamic Trust (CPZ) has a Interest Expense of $-7.26 Mil as of Apr. 2026. Interest Expense is the amount a company pays on its long-term debt. View historical data on Calamos L/S Equity & Dynamic Trust and its competitors.
Is Calamos L/S Equity & Dynamic Trust's Interest Expense too high?
Calamos L/S Equity & Dynamic Trust's current Interest Expense is $-7.26 Mil. Overall, Calamos L/S Equity & Dynamic Trust has a GF Score™ of 32/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Calamos L/S Equity & Dynamic Trust's Interest Expense compare to NHS and JRS?
Calamos L/S Equity & Dynamic Trust's Interest Expense of $-7.26 Mil can be compared against companies in the Asset Management 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 Asset Management company?
A good Interest Expense depends on the Asset Management 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 Calamos L/S Equity & Dynamic Trust and its competitors. Calamos L/S Equity & Dynamic Trust's current Interest Expense is $-7.26 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Calamos L/S Equity & Dynamic Trust stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Calamos L/S Equity & Dynamic Trust (CPZ) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $1.41, compared to a current price of $13.36 — trading 847.5% above its estimated fair value. The current Interest Expense is $-7.26 Mil. Calamos L/S Equity & Dynamic Trust's overall GF Score™ is 32/100 with 4 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 Calamos L/S Equity & Dynamic Trust (CPZ), the current Interest Expense is $-7.26 Mil as of Apr. 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 Calamos L/S Equity & Dynamic Trust (CPZ) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Calamos L/S Equity & Dynamic Trust stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $13.36 is trading 847.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of $1.41. GuruFocus considers Calamos L/S Equity & Dynamic Trust to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for CPZ:

  • Interest Expense: $-7.26 Mil
  • GF Value™: $1.41 vs. price of $13.36 (847.5% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 32/100 with 4 warning signs

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

Calamos L/S Equity & Dynamic Trust Business Description

Address 2020 Calamos Court, Naperville, IL, USA, 60563-2787
Calamos L/S Equity & Dynamic Inc Trust is a trust company that seeks to provide current income and risk-managed capital appreciation, with an investment objective to deliver total return through a combination of capital appreciation and current income. The Fund invests in securities across sectors such as Industrials, Healthcare, Financials, Consumer Discretionary, and others, and holds securities with a broad range of maturities, with the average term to maturity typically ranging from two to ten years. Managed assets represent the Fund's total assets, including any assets attributable to leverage that may be outstanding, minus total liabilities other than debt representing financial leverage.
32GF Score

Get the complete analysis for CPZ

Interest Expense is just one metric. See GF Value™, 30-year financials, guru trades, warning signs, and more.

$13.36
Price
$1.41
GF Value