Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation (CTSH) Free Cash Flow (FCF): $2.60B
The free cash flow (FCF) for Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation (CTSH) is $2.60B. It is above its 12-month average by 17.37% ($2.21B).
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CTSH Free Cash Flow (FCF) Metrics
FREE CASH FLOW (FCF)
$2.60B
FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG TTM
$2.21B
FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG 3Y
$2.17B
FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG 5Y
$2.30B
FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG 10Y
$2.13B
FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG 15Y
$1.74B
FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG 20Y
$1.39B
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+17.37%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+19.71%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+12.92%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+21.81%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
+49.02%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
+87.17%
FCF Analysis
Free Cash Flow (TTM)
$2.60B
FCF Yield
9.78%
Price/FCF
10.2
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
Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation 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
Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation Free Cash Flow (FCF) FAQ
- What is the free cash flow (FCF) for Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation (CTSH)?
- The free cash flow (FCF) for CTSH stock is $2.60B.
- What is the TTM average free cash flow (FCF) for Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation (CTSH)?
- The TTM average free cash flow (FCF) for CTSH stock is $2.21B.
- What is the 3Y average free cash flow (FCF) for Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation (CTSH)?
- The 3Y average free cash flow (FCF) for CTSH stock is $2.17B.
- What is the 5Y average free cash flow (FCF) for Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation (CTSH)?
- The 5Y average free cash flow (FCF) for CTSH stock is $2.30B.
- What is the 10Y average free cash flow (FCF) for Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation (CTSH)?
- The 10Y average free cash flow (FCF) for CTSH stock is $2.13B.
- What is the 15Y average free cash flow (FCF) for Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation (CTSH)?
- The 15Y average free cash flow (FCF) for CTSH stock is $1.74B.
- What is the 20Y average free cash flow (FCF) for Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation (CTSH)?
- The 20Y average free cash flow (FCF) for CTSH stock is $1.39B.
Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation Free Cash Flow (FCF) History
| DATE | FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | $2.60B |
| 2024-12-31 | $1.83B |
| 2023-12-31 | $2.01B |
| 2022-12-31 | $2.24B |
| 2021-12-31 | $2.22B |
| 2020-12-31 | $2.90B |
| 2019-12-31 | $2.11B |
| 2018-12-31 | $2.21B |
| 2017-12-31 | $2.12B |
| 2016-12-31 | $1.32B |
| 2015-12-31 | $1.88B |
| 2014-12-31 | $1.26B |
| 2013-12-31 | $1.16B |
| 2012-12-31 | $838.12M |
| 2011-12-31 | $586.93M |
| 2010-12-31 | $579.14M |
| 2009-12-31 | $595.69M |
| 2008-12-31 | $260.30M |
| 2007-12-31 | $161.85M |
| 2006-12-31 | $148.14M |
| 2005-12-31 | $87.99M |
| 2004-12-31 | $80.75M |
| 2003-12-31 | $49.87M |
| 2002-12-31 | $34.41M |
| 2001-12-31 | $17.13M |
| 2000-12-31 | $19.57M |
| 1999-12-31 | $12.70M |
| 1998-12-31 | $9.70M |
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About Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation
Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation functions as a global professional services firm, delivering a comprehensive suite of consulting, technology, and outsourcing solutions across North America, Europe, and other international markets. Its operations are structured into four primary divisions: Financial Services, Healthcare, Products and Resources, and Communications, Media and Technology. Within the Financial Services sector, Cognizant provides advanced services such as enhancing customer experiences, implementing robotic process automation (RPA), and leveraging analytics and artificial intelligence (AI) to address needs in areas like digital lending, fraud prevention, and modern payment systems. For its Healthcare clients, the company focuses on navigating industry shifts toward consumer-centric models, outcome-based agreements, and digital health initiatives, striving to deliver an integrated, seamless, and patient-focused omnichannel experience. Furthermore, Cognizant assists in optimizing operations across various functions, including clinical development, pharmacovigilance, manufacturing, claims management, enrollment procedures, membership administration, and billing processes. Its clientele in this domain spans healthcare providers, payers, and life sciences organizations, encompassing pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device firms. In the Products and Resources segment, the company develops solutions tailored for manufacturers, retailers, and entities within the travel and hospitality sectors, alongside those engaged in logistics, energy, and utility services. Within the Communications, Media and Technology division, Cognizant supports businesses in creating digital content, crafting personalized user experiences, and expediting digital engineering efforts. This includes serving information, media, entertainment, communications, and technology enterprises. Established in 1994, the company maintains its primary corporate office in Teaneck, New Jersey.
- Sector
- Technology
- Industry
- Information Technology Services
- CEO
- Ravi Kumar Singisetti