Norse Atlantic ASA (OSL:NORSE) Financial Strength: 3 (As of Jun. 2026) — 50% Above Median

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OSL:NORSE Norse Atlantic ASA OSL:NORSE
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What is Norse Atlantic ASA Financial Strength?

Norse Atlantic ASA OSL:NORSE -2.32% 30 Financial Strength is 3 as of Jun. 2026, which is 50% above its 10-year median of 2.00. GuruFocus rates OSL:NORSE with a GF Score™ of 30/100 and a GF Value™ of kr1.53 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review.

Norse Atlantic ASA has the Financial Strength Rank of 3. It displays poor financial strength and is likely in financial distress. Usually this is caused by too much debt for the company.

Warning Sign:

Norse Atlantic ASA displays poor financial strength. Usually, this is caused by too much debt for the company.

GuruFocus Financial Strength Rank measures how strong a company's financial situation is. It is rated on a scale of 1 to 10 and is based on these factors:

1. The debt burden that the company has as measured by its Interest Coverage (current year). The higher, the better.
2. Debt to revenue ratio. The lower, the better.
3. Altman Z-Score.
4. Other debt related ratios.

A higher score indicates a stronger financial position, with companies rated 7 or above considered financially stable and unlikely to face distress. Conversely, a score of 3 or below suggests potential financial difficulties, indicating a higher risk of distress.

Norse Atlantic ASA did not have earnings to cover the interest expense. Norse Atlantic ASA's debt to revenue ratio for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was 1.51. As of today, Norse Atlantic ASA's Altman Z-Score is -0.29.


Norse Atlantic ASA  (OSL:NORSE) Financial Strength Explanation

The rank is rated on a scale of 1 to 10. A higher score indicates a stronger financial position, with companies rated 7 or above considered financially stable and unlikely to face distress. Conversely, a score of 3 or below suggests potential financial difficulties, indicating a higher risk of distress.

Norse Atlantic ASA has the Financial Strength Rank of 3. It displays poor financial strength and is likely in financial distress. Usually this is caused by too much debt for the company.


Norse Atlantic ASA Financial Strength Related Terms


OSL:NORSE vs DAL, UAL, LUV: Financial Strength Comparison

For the Airlines subindustry, Norse Atlantic ASA's Financial Strength, along with its competitors' market caps and Financial Strength data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.


Norse Atlantic ASA Financial Strength vs Transportation Industry

For the Transportation industry and Industrials sector, Norse Atlantic ASA's Financial Strength distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Norse Atlantic ASA's Financial Strength falls into.


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Norse Atlantic ASA Financial Strength Calculation

GuruFocus Financial Strength Rank measures how strong a company's financial situation is. It is based on these factors

A company ranks high with financial strength is likely to withstand any business slowdowns and recessions.

1. The debt burden that the company has as measured by its Interest Coverage (current year). 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.

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:

Norse Atlantic ASA's Interest Expense for the months ended in Jun. 2026 was kr-121 Mil. Its Operating Income for the months ended in Jun. 2026 was kr-261 Mil. And its Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was kr6,567 Mil.

Norse Atlantic ASA's Interest Coverage for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 is

Norse Atlantic ASA did not have earnings to cover the interest expense.

The higher the ratio, the stronger the company's financial strength is.

2. Debt to revenue ratio. The lower, the better.

Norse Atlantic ASA's Debt to Revenue Ratio for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 is

Debt to Revenue Ratio=Total Debt (Q: Jun. 2026 ) / Revenue
=(Short-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation + Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation) / Revenue
=(1062.683 + 6566.775) / 5060.28
=1.51

3. Altman Z-Score.

Z-Score model is an accurate forecaster of failure up to two years prior to distress. It can be considered the assessment of the distress of industrial corporations.

The zones of discrimination were as such:

When Z-Score is less than 1.81, it is in Distress Zones.
When Z-Score is greater than 2.99, it is in Safe Zones.
When Z-Score is between 1.81 and 2.99, it is in Grey Zones.

Norse Atlantic ASA has a Z-score of -0.29, indicating it is in Distress Zones. This implies bankrupcy possibility in the next two years.

Warning Sign:

Altman Z-score of -0.29 is in distress zone. This implies bankruptcy possibility in the next two years.

* 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 Financial Strength →
What does a Financial Strength of 3 mean?
Norse Atlantic ASA (OSL:NORSE) has a Financial Strength of 3 as of Jun. 2026. The financial strength rank measures the strength of a company's balance sheet based on revenue and debt. View historical data on Norse Atlantic ASA and its competitors. This is 50% above median its historical median of 2.00. Over the past decade, Norse Atlantic ASA's Financial Strength has ranged from 1.00 to 9.00.
Is Norse Atlantic ASA's Financial Strength too high?
Norse Atlantic ASA's current Financial Strength of 3 is 50% above median its 10-year median of 2.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.00 to a high of 9.00. Overall, Norse Atlantic ASA has a GF Score™ of 30/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Norse Atlantic ASA's Financial Strength compare to DAL and UAL?
Norse Atlantic ASA's Financial Strength of 3 can be compared against companies in the Transportation industry. Historically, Norse Atlantic ASA's own Financial Strength has ranged from 1.00 to 9.00 over the past decade. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Financial Strength for a Transportation company?
A good Financial Strength depends on the Transportation industry context. However, Financial Strength 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 Financial Strength mean?
A high Financial Strength can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. The financial strength rank measures the strength of a company's balance sheet based on revenue and debt. View historical data on Norse Atlantic ASA and its competitors. Norse Atlantic ASA's current Financial Strength is 3, which is 50% above median its own 10-year median of 2.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Norse Atlantic ASA stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Norse Atlantic ASA (OSL:NORSE) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is kr1.53, compared to a current price of kr0.30 — trading 80.7% below its estimated fair value. The current Financial Strength is 3, which is 50% above median its 10-year median of 2.00. Norse Atlantic ASA's overall GF Score™ is 30/100 with 6 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Financial Strength calculated?
Financial Strength is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Norse Atlantic ASA (OSL:NORSE), the current Financial Strength is 3 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 Norse Atlantic ASA (OSL:NORSE) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Norse Atlantic ASA stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of kr0.30 is trading 80.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of kr1.53. GuruFocus considers Norse Atlantic ASA to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for OSL:NORSE:

  • Financial Strength: 3 (50% above median its 10-year median of 2.00)
  • GF Value™: kr1.53 vs. price of kr0.30 (80.7% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 30/100 with 6 warning signs

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


Norse Atlantic ASA Business Description

Address Floyveien 14, Arendal, NOR, 4838
Norse Atlantic ASA is an airline offering affordable fares on direct, long-haul flights to popular destinations, along with specialized charter and ACMI services for tailored travel needs and extensive cargo operations. It operates a modern fleet of various fuel-efficient Boeing 787 Dreamliners, serving a network of destinations across North America, Europe, Africa, and Asia. Norse also provides charter flights for third parties, particularly during the lower-demand winter season. The company derives the majority of its revenue from passenger airfare income, followed by ancillary passenger income, lease rentals, charter income, and other sources. Geographically, it generates maximum revenue from the United States, and the rest from the United Kingdom, the Rest of Europe, Norway, and India.
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