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Interest – net

Lowe's Companies Interest – net increased by 7.5% to 1.7% in Q1 2026 compared to the prior quarter. Year-over-year, this metric grew by 7.5%, from 1.6% to 1.7%. This increase may warrant attention — for this metric, lower values are generally preferred.

Analysis

StatementIncome Statement
SectionOther
CategoryLeverage
SignalLower is better
VolatilityModerate
First reportedQ1 2023
Last reportedQ1 2026May 28, 2026

How to read this metric

A lower percentage is generally better, indicating lower debt levels or favorable financing terms. An increase may signal higher financial risk or increased borrowing.

Detailed definition

Net interest expense represents the cost of debt financing minus any interest income earned on cash balances. This metri...

Peer comparison

Standardized; used to compare capital structure and debt burden across peers.

Metric ID: other_interest_income_expense_nonoperating_percent

Historical Data

10 periods
 Q1 '23Q2 '23Q3 '23Q4 '23Q1 '24Q2 '24Q3 '24Q4 '24Q1 '25Q1 '26
Value0.4%0.4%0.4%0.4%0.4%0.4%0.4%0.4%1.6%1.7%
QoQ Change+0.0%+0.0%+0.0%-1.9%+0.0%+0.0%+0.0%+310.2%+7.5%
YoY Change-1.9%-1.9%-1.9%-1.9%+310.2%+7.5%
Range0.4%1.7%
CAGR+91.7%
Avg YoY Growth+51.7%
Median YoY Growth-1.9%
Current Streak5 quarters growth

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lowe's Companies's interest – net?
Lowe's Companies (LOW) reported interest – net of 1.7% in Q1 2026.
How has Lowe's Companies's interest – net changed year-over-year?
Lowe's Companies's interest – net increased by 7.5% year-over-year, from 1.6% to 1.7%.
What does interest – net mean?
The percentage of revenue consumed by interest payments on debt, net of interest earned.