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Dover Corporation (DOV) FCF Payout Ratio: 25.09%

Is Dover Corporation’s FCF payout ratio high or low?

Dover Corporation's FCF payout ratio of 25.09% is 28% below its 5-year average of 34.79%, near the low end of its 5-year range (24.86%–49.17%).

The FCF payout ratio for Dover Corporation (DOV) is 25.09%. It is below its 12-month average by 32.25% (37.03%).

DOV FCF Payout Ratio Chart

DOV FCF Payout Ratio
25.32%-48.05% 1Y
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DOV Average FCF Payout Ratio Chart

DOV Current vs Average FCF Payout Ratio Chart

DOV FCF Payout Ratio Metrics

FCF PAYOUT RATIO

25.09%

FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG TTM

37.03%

FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 3Y

37.02%

FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 5Y

34.79%

FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 10Y

36.86%

FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 15Y

33.80%

FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 20Y

31.31%

CURRENT VS TTM AVG

-32.25%

CURRENT VS 3Y AVG

-32.23%

CURRENT VS 5Y AVG

-27.88%

CURRENT VS 10Y AVG

-31.93%

CURRENT VS 15Y AVG

-25.77%

CURRENT VS 20Y AVG

-19.86%

Payout Ratio Comparison

FCF Payout Ratio

25.1%

Earnings Payout Ratio

26.1%

Dividend Yield

0.94%

FCF Yield

3.79%

Annual FCF Payout Ratio History

YearFree Cash FlowDividends PaidFCF Payout Ratio
2025$1.12B$283.01M25.3%
2024$580.85M$283.12M48.7%
2023$1.14B$284.30M24.9%
2022$584.76M$287.55M49.2%
2021$944.40M$286.90M30.4%
2020$939.12M$284.31M30.3%
2019$758.50M$282.20M37.2%
2018$618.20M$283.57M45.9%
2017$665.57M$283.96M42.7%
2016$696.77M$268.34M38.5%
2015$794.81M$257.97M32.5%
2014$809.89M$258.49M31.9%
2013$1.01B$247.82M24.5%
2012$964.15M$240.96M25.0%
2011$786.42M$219.15M27.9%
2010$767.33M$200.10M26.1%
2009$676.08M$189.87M28.1%
2008$834.62M$169.07M20.3%
2007$700.70M$154.39M22.0%
2006$699.98M$144.80M20.7%
2005$524.07M$133.91M25.6%
2004$490.01M$126.06M25.7%
2003$497.27M$115.50M23.2%
2002$317.77M$109.44M34.4%
2001$808.64M$105.56M13.1%
2000$41.45M$97.47M235.1%
1999$1.48B$91.80M6.2%
1998($199.00M)$89.20MN/A (Loss)
1997$316.40M$80.30M25.4%
1996$286.00M$72.40M25.3%

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.

Dover 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

Dover Corporation FCF Payout Ratio FAQ

What is the FCF payout ratio for Dover Corporation (DOV)?
The FCF payout ratio for DOV stock is 25.09%.
Is Dover Corporation's FCF payout ratio high or low?
Dover Corporation's FCF payout ratio of 25.09% is 28% below its 5-year average of 34.79%, near the low end of its 5-year range (24.86%–49.17%).
What is the TTM average FCF payout ratio for Dover Corporation (DOV)?
The TTM average FCF payout ratio for DOV stock is 37.03%.
What is the 3Y average FCF payout ratio for Dover Corporation (DOV)?
The 3Y average FCF payout ratio for DOV stock is 37.02%.
What is the 5Y average FCF payout ratio for Dover Corporation (DOV)?
The 5Y average FCF payout ratio for DOV stock is 34.79%.
What is the 10Y average FCF payout ratio for Dover Corporation (DOV)?
The 10Y average FCF payout ratio for DOV stock is 36.86%.
What is the 15Y average FCF payout ratio for Dover Corporation (DOV)?
The 15Y average FCF payout ratio for DOV stock is 33.80%.
What is the 20Y average FCF payout ratio for Dover Corporation (DOV)?
The 20Y average FCF payout ratio for DOV stock is 31.31%.

Dover Corporation FCF Payout Ratio History

DATEFCF PAYOUT RATIO
2025-12-3125.32%
2024-12-3148.74%
2023-12-3124.86%
2022-12-3149.17%
2021-12-3130.38%
2020-12-3130.27%
2019-12-3137.20%
2018-12-3145.87%
2017-12-3142.66%
2016-12-3138.51%
2015-12-3132.46%
2014-12-3131.92%
2013-12-3124.52%
2012-12-3124.99%
2011-12-3127.87%
2010-12-3126.08%
2009-12-3128.08%
2008-12-3120.26%
2007-12-3122.03%
2006-12-3120.69%
2005-12-3125.55%
2004-12-3125.73%
2003-12-3123.23%
2002-12-3134.44%
2001-12-3113.05%
2000-12-31235.15%
1999-12-316.20%
1997-12-3125.38%
1996-12-3125.31%

About Dover Corporation

Dover Corporation operates as a global enterprise, supplying a wide array of industrial equipment, essential components, consumable products, replacement parts, software and digital platforms, and comprehensive support services. Its Engineered Products division delivers diverse machinery, parts, software, and solutions tailored for various industries, including automotive aftermarket service, waste management, industrial automation, aerospace and defense, heavy-duty winching and hoisting, and fluid dispensing. This segment also manufactures specific items such as manual and power clamps, rotary and linear mechanical indexers, conveyors, robotic pick-and-place units, glove ports, manipulators, and end-of-arm tooling like grippers, slides, and end effectors. The Clean Energy & Fueling segment focuses on providing components, equipment, software, and services crucial for the secure transportation of both traditional and sustainable fuels, along with other hazardous materials, throughout the supply chain. It further supports the operations of convenience retail outlets, fuel stations, and vehicle wash establishments. Through its Imaging and Identification segment, Dover offers solutions for precision marking and coding, intelligent packaging, product traceability, brand protection, and digital textile printing equipment. These offerings, along with associated consumables, software, and services, cater to markets like packaged and consumer goods, pharmaceuticals, industrial manufacturing, and fashion and apparel. The Pumps and Process Solutions segment is responsible for producing specialized pumps, connectors, flow meters, fluid connection systems, plastics and polymer processing machinery, and custom-engineered components for rotating and reciprocating equipment. Finally, the Climate & Sustainability Technologies segment manufactures advanced refrigeration systems, commercial refrigeration display cases, glass doors for refrigerators and freezers, and brazed plate heat exchangers, serving applications in industrial heating and cooling as well as residential climate control. Dover distributes its extensive product portfolio through both direct sales channels and a broad network of distributors. The company was founded in 1947 and maintains its headquarters in Downers Grove, Illinois.

Downers Grove, IL
24,000 employees
Industrials / Industrial - Machinery
Sector
Industrials
Industry
Industrial - Machinery
CEO
Richard Joseph Tobin