easy · Private Credit & Debt underwriting-credit-analysis
What happens to the 'Interest Coverage Ratio' (EBITDA / Interest) when a borrower increases their add-backs?
- The ratio increases, making debt service look more comfortable
- The ratio decreases, suggesting higher risk
- The ratio remains the same
- The interest expense becomes tax-exempt
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