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Builders FirstSource, Inc. (BLDR) Free Cash Flow (FCF): $861.64M

The free cash flow (FCF) for Builders FirstSource, Inc. (BLDR) is $861.64M. It is below its 12-month average by 26.53% ($1.17B).

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BLDR Free Cash Flow (FCF)
$853.28M-42.81% 1Y
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BLDR Free Cash Flow (FCF) Metrics

FREE CASH FLOW (FCF)

$861.64M

FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG TTM

$1.17B

FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG 3Y

$1.86B

FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG 5Y

$1.52B

FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG 10Y

$912.38M

FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG 15Y

$434.47M

FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG 20Y

$110.01M

CURRENT VS TTM AVG

-26.53%

CURRENT VS 3Y AVG

-53.64%

CURRENT VS 5Y AVG

-43.18%

CURRENT VS 10Y AVG

-5.56%

CURRENT VS 15Y AVG

+98.32%

CURRENT VS 20Y AVG

+683.21%

FCF Analysis

Free Cash Flow (TTM)

$861.64M

FCF Yield

10.14%

Price/FCF

9.9

Formula: FCF = Operating Cash Flow - Capital Expenditures

Why FCF matters:

  • Shows actual cash available (not accounting earnings)
  • Funds dividends, buybacks, and debt reduction
  • Less susceptible to accounting manipulation than net income
  • Key metric for DCF valuation models

Builders FirstSource, Inc. Free Cash Flow (FCF) Formula & Definition

Free Cash Flow represents the cash a company generates after accounting for capital expenditures. It's the cash available for dividends, buybacks, debt reduction, or reinvestment.

Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute

Builders FirstSource, Inc. Free Cash Flow (FCF) FAQ

What is the free cash flow (FCF) for Builders FirstSource, Inc. (BLDR)?
The free cash flow (FCF) for BLDR stock is $861.64M.
What is the TTM average free cash flow (FCF) for Builders FirstSource, Inc. (BLDR)?
The TTM average free cash flow (FCF) for BLDR stock is $1.17B.
What is the 3Y average free cash flow (FCF) for Builders FirstSource, Inc. (BLDR)?
The 3Y average free cash flow (FCF) for BLDR stock is $1.86B.
What is the 5Y average free cash flow (FCF) for Builders FirstSource, Inc. (BLDR)?
The 5Y average free cash flow (FCF) for BLDR stock is $1.52B.
What is the 10Y average free cash flow (FCF) for Builders FirstSource, Inc. (BLDR)?
The 10Y average free cash flow (FCF) for BLDR stock is $912.38M.
What is the 15Y average free cash flow (FCF) for Builders FirstSource, Inc. (BLDR)?
The 15Y average free cash flow (FCF) for BLDR stock is $434.47M.
What is the 20Y average free cash flow (FCF) for Builders FirstSource, Inc. (BLDR)?
The 20Y average free cash flow (FCF) for BLDR stock is $110.01M.

Builders FirstSource, Inc. Free Cash Flow (FCF) History

DATEFREE CASH FLOW (FCF)
2025-12-31$853.28M
2024-12-31$1.49B
2023-12-31$1.83B
2022-12-31$3.26B
2021-12-31$1.52B
2020-12-31$147.99M
2019-12-31$391.18M
2018-12-31$181.42M
2017-12-31$116.12M
2016-12-31$115.56M
2015-12-31$133.22M
2014-12-31$1.78M
2013-12-31$-62.63M
2012-12-31$-77.25M
2011-12-31$-71.20M
2010-12-31$-50.67M
2009-12-31$-4.85M
2008-12-31$-37.07M
2007-12-31$61.44M
2006-12-31$84.66M
2005-12-31$87.24M
2004-12-31$73.67M
2003-12-31$-55.75M
2001-12-31$0.00

About Builders FirstSource, Inc.

Builders FirstSource, Inc., through its various subsidiaries, operates as a key supplier of construction resources across the United States. The company is involved in fabricating and distributing a wide array of building materials, prefabricated components, and specialized construction services, catering to a diverse clientele that includes professional homebuilders, subcontractors, renovation experts, and individual consumers. Its extensive product range encompasses foundational lumber and sheet goods, such as dimensional timber, plywood, and oriented strand board, primarily used for on-site residential framing. Furthermore, Builders FirstSource manufactures factory-assembled elements like wood and steel floor and roof trusses, wall panels, stair units, and engineered wood products. Complementing these, the company supplies windows, both internal and external door assemblies, various interior and exterior finishing trims, and bespoke items marketed under the Synboard brand. Additionally, the firm provides gypsum, roofing, and insulation solutions, including wallboards, ceiling materials, joint compounds, and finishes. Its offerings also extend to siding, metal, and concrete products, featuring vinyl, composite, and wood siding options, alongside exterior trims, other exterior finishes, metal studs, and cement-based items. Beyond these materials, Builders FirstSource furnishes other building essentials like cabinetry and hardware, and delivers value-added services such as comprehensive turn-key framing, shell construction, design consultation, and expert installation. Founded in 1998, the enterprise initially operated as BSL Holdings, Inc. before formally changing its name to Builders FirstSource, Inc. in October 1999. The company's corporate headquarters are situated in Dallas, Texas.

Irving, TX
29,000 employees
Industrials / Construction
Sector
Industrials
Industry
Construction
CEO
Peter Jackson