Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC (KUW:GFC) Interest Expense: KWD-0.52 Mil (TTM As of Mar. 2026)

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KUW:GFC Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC KUW:GFC
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Price KWD0.35
GF Value KWD0.22
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
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What is Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC Interest Expense?

Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC KUW:GFC -6.15% 13 Interest Expense is KWD-0.52 Mil as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates KUW:GFC with a GF Score™ of 13/100 and a GF Value™ of KWD0.22 (Significantly Overvalued). 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. Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC's interest expense for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was KWD -0.27 Mil. Its interest expense for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was KWD-0.52 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. Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC's Operating Income for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was KWD -0.09 Mil. Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC's Interest Expense for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was KWD -0.27 Mil. Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC 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.

Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC  (KUW:GFC) 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.

Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC's Interest Expense for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was KWD-0.27 Mil. Its Operating Income for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was KWD-0.09 Mil. And its Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was KWD16.64 Mil.

Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC's Interest Coverage for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as

Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC 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.

Warning Sign:

Ben Graham prefers companies' interest coverage to be at least 5. Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC interest coverage is 2.16, which is low.

Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC Interest Expense Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC's Interest Expense can be seen below:

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* 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.

Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC Interest Expense Chart

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Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC 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 KWD-0.52 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 KWD-0.52 Mil mean?
Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC (KUW:GFC) has a Interest Expense of KWD-0.52 Mil as of Mar. 2026. Interest Expense is the amount a company pays on its long-term debt. View historical data on Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC and its competitors.
Is Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC's Interest Expense too high?
Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC's current Interest Expense is KWD-0.52 Mil. Overall, Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC has a GF Score™ of 13/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC's Interest Expense compare to CTAS and CPRT?
Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC's Interest Expense of KWD-0.52 Mil can be compared against companies in the Business 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 Business Services company?
A good Interest Expense depends on the Business 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 Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC and its competitors. Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC's current Interest Expense is KWD-0.52 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC (KUW:GFC) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is KWD0.22, compared to a current price of KWD0.35 — trading 59.5% above its estimated fair value. The current Interest Expense is KWD-0.52 Mil. Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC's overall GF Score™ is 13/100 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 Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC (KUW:GFC), the current Interest Expense is KWD-0.52 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 Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC (KUW:GFC) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of KWD0.35 is trading 59.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of KWD0.22. GuruFocus considers Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for KUW:GFC:

  • Interest Expense: KWD-0.52 Mil
  • GF Value™: KWD0.22 vs. price of KWD0.35 (59.5% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 13/100 with 5 warning signs

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

Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC Business Description

Address Jaber Al Mubarak Street, Block 2, PO Box 21839, Plot 29, 7th Floor, Salah Fahd Sultan Building, Sharq, Safat, Kuwait, KWT, 13079
Gulf Franchising Holding Co KSCC is a franchise developer operating across the Gulf countries of Kuwait, the UAE, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, Oman, and Qatar. The company offers franchising opportunities for the following brands: Computer Troubleshooters, Premiere Executive, Bon Sweets, Beit Dickson, and Adolfo Dominguez. Along with its subsidiaries, the company operates in the following segments: Investments, Trading, and Food Catering. Maximum revenue is generated from the Investments segment, which is engaged in the utilization of franchising activities, property ownership, and investment. The Trading segment is involved in general trading activities, and the Food Catering segment engages in the catering of foodstuffs.
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