National Industries Co KSC (KUW:NICBM) Interest Expense: KWD-0.19 Mil (TTM As of Jun. 2026)

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KUW:NICBM National Industries Co KSC KUW:NICBM
47 GF Score
Price KWD0.27
GF Value KWD0.23
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
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What is National Industries Co KSC Interest Expense?

National Industries Co KSC KUW:NICBM -3.23% 47 Interest Expense is KWD-0.19 Mil as of Jun. 2026. GuruFocus rates KUW:NICBM with a GF Score™ of 47/100 and a GF Value™ of KWD0.23 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review.

Interest Expense is the amount reported by a company or individual as an expense for borrowed money. National Industries Co KSC's interest expense for the three months ended in Jun. 2026 was KWD -0.06 Mil. Its interest expense for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was KWD-0.19 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. National Industries Co KSC's Operating Income for the three months ended in Jun. 2026 was KWD 0.08 Mil. National Industries Co KSC's Interest Expense for the three months ended in Jun. 2026 was KWD -0.06 Mil. National Industries Co KSC's Interest Coverage for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was 1.44. 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.

National Industries Co KSC  (KUW:NICBM) 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.

National Industries Co KSC's Interest Expense for the three months ended in Jun. 2026 was KWD-0.06 Mil. Its Operating Income for the three months ended in Jun. 2026 was KWD0.08 Mil. And its Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation for the three months ended in Jun. 2026 was KWD2.23 Mil.

National Industries Co KSC's Interest Coverage for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 is calculated as

Interest Coverage=-1* Operating Income (Q: Jun. 2026 )/Interest Expense (Q: Jun. 2026 )
=-1*0.082/-0.057
=1.44

* 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.

National Industries Co KSC Interest Expense Historical Data

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The historical data trend for National Industries Co KSC'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.

National Industries Co KSC Interest Expense Chart

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National Industries Co KSC 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 Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was KWD-0.19 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-0.19 Mil mean?
National Industries Co KSC (KUW:NICBM) has a Interest Expense of KWD-0.19 Mil as of Jun. 2026. Interest Expense is the amount a company pays on its long-term debt. View historical data on National Industries Co KSC and its competitors.
Is National Industries Co KSC's Interest Expense too high?
National Industries Co KSC's current Interest Expense is KWD-0.19 Mil. Overall, National Industries Co KSC has a GF Score™ of 47/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does National Industries Co KSC's Interest Expense compare to TT and JCI?
National Industries Co KSC's Interest Expense of KWD-0.19 Mil can be compared against companies in the Construction 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 Construction company?
A good Interest Expense depends on the Construction 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 National Industries Co KSC and its competitors. National Industries Co KSC's current Interest Expense is KWD-0.19 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is National Industries Co KSC stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, National Industries Co KSC (KUW:NICBM) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is KWD0.23, compared to a current price of KWD0.27 — trading 16.1% above its estimated fair value. The current Interest Expense is KWD-0.19 Mil. National Industries Co KSC's overall GF Score™ is 47/100 with 8 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 National Industries Co KSC (KUW:NICBM), the current Interest Expense is KWD-0.19 Mil as of Jun. 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 National Industries Co KSC (KUW:NICBM) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, National Industries Co KSC stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of KWD0.27 is trading 16.1% above its estimated GF Value™ of KWD0.23. GuruFocus considers National Industries Co KSC to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for KUW:NICBM:

  • Interest Expense: KWD-0.19 Mil
  • GF Value™: KWD0.23 vs. price of KWD0.27 (16.1% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 47/100 with 8 warning signs

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

National Industries Co KSC Business Description

Address Jahra Road and International Airport Road, South Shuwaikh, PO Box 3314, Safat, Kuwait City, KWT, 13034
National Industries Co KSC is a company specializing in the manufacture and marketing of building materials and infrastructure products in the State of Kuwait. The business has four business segments which include building materials and contracting services, the Oil sector, Real estate, and investments. The majority of its revenue derives from the building materials and contracting services segment.
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