Fixed-Charge Coverage Ratio A ratio that indicates a firm's ability to satisfy fixed financing expenses, such as interest and leases. It is calculated as the following:
Investopedia Says: For example, since leases are a fixed charge, the calculation determining a company's ability leases would be (EBIT + Lease Expenses) / (Lease Expenses + Interest).
Related Terms: Debt Financing EBIT Lease Variable Annuity