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Carpenter Technology Corporation (CRS) FCF Payout Ratio: 9.86%

Is Carpenter Technology Corporation’s FCF payout ratio high or low?

Carpenter Technology Corporation's FCF payout ratio of 9.86% is 69% below its 5-year average of 31.73%, near the low end of its 5-year range (9.86%–64.24%).

46.00% below its 12-month average of 18.26%.

CRS FCF Payout Ratio Chart

CRS FCF Payout Ratio
14.09%-37.21% 1Y
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CRS Average FCF Payout Ratio Chart

CRS Current vs Average FCF Payout Ratio Chart

CRS FCF Payout Ratio Metrics

FCF PAYOUT RATIO

9.86%

FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG TTM

18.26%

FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 3Y

18.26%

FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 5Y

31.73%

FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 10Y

45.93%

FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 15Y

45.83%

FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 20Y

41.64%

CURRENT VS TTM AVG

-46.00%

CURRENT VS 3Y AVG

-46.00%

CURRENT VS 5Y AVG

-68.92%

CURRENT VS 10Y AVG

-78.53%

CURRENT VS 15Y AVG

-78.49%

CURRENT VS 20Y AVG

-76.32%

Payout Ratio Comparison

FCF Payout Ratio

9.9%

Earnings Payout Ratio

10.7%

Dividend Yield

0.14%

FCF Yield

1.44%

Annual FCF Payout Ratio History

YearFree Cash FlowDividends PaidFCF Payout Ratio
2025$286.10M$40.30M14.1%
2024$178.30M$40.00M22.4%
2023($67.60M)$39.40MN/A (Loss)
2022($85.30M)$39.20MN/A (Loss)
2021$149.50M$39.10M26.2%
2020$60.40M$38.80M64.2%
2019$52.10M$38.60M74.1%
2018$74.20M$34.40M46.4%
2017$30.80M$34.10M110.7%
2016$161.70M$34.80M21.5%
2015$112.10M$37.90M33.8%
2014($109.60M)$38.50MN/A (Loss)
2013($121.70M)$38.30MN/A (Loss)
2012($11.60M)$33.70MN/A (Loss)
2011($15.40M)$32.10MN/A (Loss)
2010$71.00M$31.90M44.9%
2009$29.20M$31.50M107.9%
2008$99.60M$30.60M30.7%
2007$228.00M$25.70M11.3%
2006$218.30M$16.50M7.6%
2005$128.70M$11.40M8.9%
2004$86.10M$9.30M10.8%
2003$83.70M$14.50M17.3%
2002$117.00M$31.00M26.5%
2001$68.10M$30.70M45.1%
2000($42.60M)$30.80MN/A (Loss)
1999($88.80M)$30.70MN/A (Loss)
1998($168.90M)$28.50MN/A (Loss)
1997($19.50M)$24.40MN/A (Loss)
1996$1.40M$23.30Mn/m

Formula: FCF Payout Ratio = Dividends Paid / Free Cash Flow × 100

FCF payout and earnings payout:

  • FCF represents operating cash flow after capital expenditures
  • FCF payout compares dividends paid with free cash flow
  • FCF payout above 100% means dividends paid exceeded free cash flow for the period
  • Earnings payout compares dividends paid with net income

Reading the series: Use the chart and table to compare dividend payments with cash generation over time.

Carpenter Technology Corporation FCF Payout Ratio Formula & Definition

FCF Payout Ratio measures what percentage of free cash flow is paid out as dividends. Unlike earnings-based payout, it compares dividends with cash generated after capital expenditures.

Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute

Carpenter Technology Corporation FCF Payout Ratio FAQ

What is the FCF payout ratio for Carpenter Technology Corporation (CRS)?
The FCF payout ratio for CRS stock is 9.86%.
Is Carpenter Technology Corporation's FCF payout ratio high or low?
Carpenter Technology Corporation's FCF payout ratio of 9.86% is 69% below its 5-year average of 31.73%, near the low end of its 5-year range (9.86%–64.24%).
What is the TTM average FCF payout ratio for Carpenter Technology Corporation (CRS)?
The TTM average FCF payout ratio for CRS stock is 18.26%.
What is the 3Y average FCF payout ratio for Carpenter Technology Corporation (CRS)?
The 3Y average FCF payout ratio for CRS stock is 18.26%.
What is the 5Y average FCF payout ratio for Carpenter Technology Corporation (CRS)?
The 5Y average FCF payout ratio for CRS stock is 31.73%.
What is the 10Y average FCF payout ratio for Carpenter Technology Corporation (CRS)?
The 10Y average FCF payout ratio for CRS stock is 45.93%.
What is the 15Y average FCF payout ratio for Carpenter Technology Corporation (CRS)?
The 15Y average FCF payout ratio for CRS stock is 45.83%.
What is the 20Y average FCF payout ratio for Carpenter Technology Corporation (CRS)?
The 20Y average FCF payout ratio for CRS stock is 41.64%.

Carpenter Technology Corporation FCF Payout Ratio History

DATEFCF PAYOUT RATIO
2025-06-3014.09%
2024-06-3022.43%
2021-06-3026.15%
2020-06-3064.24%
2019-06-3074.09%
2018-06-3046.36%
2017-06-30110.71%
2016-06-3021.52%
2015-06-3033.81%
2010-06-3044.93%
2009-06-30107.88%
2008-06-3030.72%
2007-06-3011.27%
2006-06-307.56%
2005-06-308.86%
2004-06-3010.80%
2003-06-3017.32%
2002-06-3026.50%
2001-06-3045.08%

About Carpenter Technology Corporation

Carpenter Technology Corporation is a global leader in the production and supply of high-performance metallic materials, serving markets across the United States, Europe, Asia Pacific, Mexico, and Canada. The company's operations are structured into two primary divisions: Specialty Alloys Operations and Performance Engineered Products. Its diverse product portfolio encompasses advanced alloys like titanium, stainless, alloy, and tool steels, alongside various powder metals, additives, and custom-fabricated metal components. These specialized materials are critical to numerous industries, including aerospace, defense, medical devices, transportation, energy generation, general manufacturing, and consumer goods. Established in 1889, Carpenter Technology maintains its corporate headquarters in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Philadelphia, PA
4,600 employees
Industrials / Manufacturing - Metal Fabrication
Sector
Industrials
Industry
Manufacturing - Metal Fabrication
CEO
Tony R. Thene