Eutelsat Communications (LSE:ETL) Interest Expense: €-171 Mil (TTM As of Dec. 2025)

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LSE:ETL Eutelsat Communications LSE:ETL
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What is Eutelsat Communications Interest Expense?

Eutelsat Communications LSE:ETL 65 Interest Expense is €-171 Mil as of Dec. 2025. GuruFocus rates LSE:ETL with a GF Score™ of 65/100 and a GF Value™ of €6.35 (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. Eutelsat Communications's interest expense for the six months ended in Dec. 2025 was € -84 Mil. Its interest expense for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was €-171 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. Eutelsat Communications's Operating Income for the six months ended in Dec. 2025 was € -118 Mil. Eutelsat Communications's Interest Expense for the six months ended in Dec. 2025 was € -84 Mil. Eutelsat Communications 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.

Eutelsat Communications  (LSE:ETL) 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.

Eutelsat Communications's Interest Expense for the six months ended in Dec. 2025 was €-84 Mil. Its Operating Income for the six months ended in Dec. 2025 was €-118 Mil. And its Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation for the six months ended in Dec. 2025 was €2,658 Mil.

Eutelsat Communications's Interest Coverage for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 is calculated as

Eutelsat Communications 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.

Eutelsat Communications Interest Expense Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Eutelsat Communications'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.

Eutelsat Communications Interest Expense Chart

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Eutelsat Communications 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 Dec. 2025 adds up the semi-annually data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was €-171 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 €-171 Mil mean?
Eutelsat Communications (LSE:ETL) has a Interest Expense of €-171 Mil as of Dec. 2025. Interest Expense is the amount a company pays on its long-term debt. View historical data on Eutelsat Communications and its competitors.
Is Eutelsat Communications' Interest Expense too high?
Eutelsat Communications' current Interest Expense is €-171 Mil. Overall, Eutelsat Communications has a GF Score™ of 65/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Eutelsat Communications' Interest Expense compare to TMUS and VZ?
Eutelsat Communications' Interest Expense of €-171 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 Eutelsat Communications and its competitors. Eutelsat Communications's current Interest Expense is €-171 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Eutelsat Communications stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Eutelsat Communications (LSE:ETL) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is €6.35, compared to a current price of €4.20 — trading 33.9% below its estimated fair value. The current Interest Expense is €-171 Mil. Eutelsat Communications' overall GF Score™ is 65/100 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 Eutelsat Communications (LSE:ETL), the current Interest Expense is €-171 Mil as of Dec. 2025. 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 Eutelsat Communications (LSE:ETL) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Eutelsat Communications stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €4.20 is trading 33.9% below its estimated GF Value™ of €6.35. GuruFocus considers Eutelsat Communications to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for LSE:ETL:

  • Interest Expense: €-171 Mil
  • GF Value™: €6.35 vs. price of €4.20 (33.9% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 65/100 with 5 warning signs

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

Eutelsat Communications Business Description

Address 32, boulevard Gallieni, Eutelsat Communications, Issy-les-Moulineaux, Paris, FRA, 92130
Eutelsat Communications is a satellite operator, specialised in the supply of connectivity and broadcasting services across various countries. Its coverage spans the EMEA, the Americas, and Asia. It operates a fleet of various satellites serving broadcasters, telecommunications operators, Internet service providers, and government agencies. These satellites are used for video broadcasting, news gathering, broadband services, and data connectivity solutions. The company generates revenue in Europe, the Americas, the Middle East, France, Italy, the United Kingdom, Africa, and Asia.
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