Pakistan National Shipping (KAR:PNSC) Interest Expense: ₨-1,088 Mil (TTM As of Mar. 2026)


KAR:PNSC Pakistan National Shipping Corp Ltd KAR:PNSC
78 GF Score
Price ₨610.77
GF Value ₨301.53
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
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What is Pakistan National Shipping Interest Expense?

Pakistan National Shipping KAR:PNSC -2.40% 78 Interest Expense is ₨-1,088 Mil as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates KAR:PNSC with a GF Score™ of 78/100 and a GF Value™ of ₨301.53 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review.

Interest Expense is the amount reported by a company or individual as an expense for borrowed money. Pakistan National Shipping's interest expense for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was ₨ -879 Mil. Its interest expense for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ₨-1,088 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. Pakistan National Shipping's Operating Income for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was ₨ 1,497 Mil. Pakistan National Shipping's Interest Expense for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was ₨ -879 Mil. Pakistan National Shipping's Interest Coverage for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 1.70. 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.

Pakistan National Shipping  (KAR:PNSC) 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.

Pakistan National Shipping's Interest Expense for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was ₨-879 Mil. Its Operating Income for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was ₨1,497 Mil. And its Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was ₨42,633 Mil.

Pakistan National Shipping'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*1497.38/-878.854
=1.70

* 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.

Pakistan National Shipping Interest Expense Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Pakistan National Shipping'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.

Pakistan National Shipping Interest Expense Chart

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Pakistan National Shipping 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 ₨-1,088 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 ₨-1,088 Mil mean?
Pakistan National Shipping (KAR:PNSC) has a Interest Expense of ₨-1,088 Mil as of Mar. 2026. Interest Expense is the amount a company pays on its long-term debt. View historical data on Pakistan National Shipping and its competitors.
Is Pakistan National Shipping's Interest Expense too high?
Pakistan National Shipping's current Interest Expense is ₨-1,088 Mil. Overall, Pakistan National Shipping has a GF Score™ of 78/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Pakistan National Shipping's Interest Expense compare to KEX?
Pakistan National Shipping's Interest Expense of ₨-1,088 Mil can be compared against companies in the Transportation 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 Transportation company?
A good Interest Expense depends on the Transportation 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 Pakistan National Shipping and its competitors. Pakistan National Shipping's current Interest Expense is ₨-1,088 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Pakistan National Shipping stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Pakistan National Shipping (KAR:PNSC) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₨301.53, compared to a current price of ₨610.77 — trading 102.6% above its estimated fair value. The current Interest Expense is ₨-1,088 Mil. Pakistan National Shipping's overall GF Score™ is 78/100 with 7 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 Pakistan National Shipping (KAR:PNSC), the current Interest Expense is ₨-1,088 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 Pakistan National Shipping (KAR:PNSC) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Pakistan National Shipping stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of ₨610.77 is trading 102.6% above its estimated GF Value™ of ₨301.53. GuruFocus considers Pakistan National Shipping to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for KAR:PNSC:

  • Interest Expense: ₨-1,088 Mil
  • GF Value™: ₨301.53 vs. price of ₨610.77 (102.6% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 78/100 with 7 warning signs

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

Pakistan National Shipping Business Description

Address PNSC Building, Moulvi Tamizuddin Khan Road, P.O. BOX No. 5350, Karachi, SD, PAK, 74000
Pakistan National Shipping Corp Ltd, the Holding Company, its subsidiary, and an associate operate in Pakistan's maritime industry. The Group focuses on shipping, vessel chartering, cargo transportation, and property leasing. As the national flag carrier, the company operates a varied fleet, including tankers for energy transport and bulk carriers for transporting a wide range of dry commodities such as iron, fertilizers, coal, and grain. The company also provides comprehensive services such as ocean freight, container shipping, marine and port services, technical support, and leasing solutions. Its key business segments include dry cargo, liquid cargo, and slot charter/break bulk.
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