Electronic Arts Inc. (EA) FCF Payout Ratio: 8.18%
Is Electronic Arts Inc.’s FCF payout ratio high or low?
Electronic Arts Inc.'s FCF payout ratio of 8.18% is 19% below its 5-year average of 10.16%, near the low end of its 5-year range (5.41%–15.64%).
The FCF payout ratio for Electronic Arts Inc. (EA) is 8.18%. It is below its 12-month average by 13.59% (9.47%).
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EA Current vs Average FCF Payout Ratio Chart
EA FCF Payout Ratio Metrics
FCF PAYOUT RATIO
8.18%
FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG TTM
9.47%
FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 3Y
11.06%
FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 5Y
10.16%
FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 10Y
10.16%
FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 15Y
10.16%
FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 20Y
10.16%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-13.59%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-26.07%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-19.48%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-19.48%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-19.48%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-19.48%
Payout Ratio Comparison
FCF Payout Ratio
8.2%
Earnings Payout Ratio
21.4%
Dividend Yield
0.37%
FCF Yield
4.52%
Annual FCF Payout Ratio History
| Year | Free Cash Flow | Dividends Paid | FCF Payout Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $2.32B | $191.00M | 8.2% |
| 2025 | $1.86B | $199.00M | 10.7% |
| 2024 | $2.12B | $205.00M | 9.7% |
| 2023 | $1.34B | $210.00M | 15.6% |
| 2022 | $1.71B | $193.00M | 11.3% |
| 2021 | $1.81B | $98.00M | 5.4% |
| 2020 | $1.66B | $0 | 0.0% |
| 2019 | $1.43B | $0 | 0.0% |
| 2018 | $1.58B | $0 | 0.0% |
| 2017 | $1.26B | $0 | 0.0% |
| 2016 | $1.13B | $0 | 0.0% |
| 2015 | $972.00M | $0 | 0.0% |
| 2014 | $615.00M | $0 | 0.0% |
| 2013 | $218.00M | $0 | 0.0% |
| 2012 | $105.00M | $0 | 0.0% |
| 2011 | $261.00M | $0 | 0.0% |
| 2010 | ($153.00M) | $0 | N/A (Loss) |
| 2009 | ($103.00M) | $0 | N/A (Loss) |
| 2008 | $254.00M | $0 | 0.0% |
| 2007 | $219.00M | $0 | 0.0% |
| 2006 | $473.00M | $0 | 0.0% |
| 2005 | $508.00M | $0 | 0.0% |
| 2004 | $579.69M | $3.00M | 0.5% |
| 2003 | $655.34M | $0 | 0.0% |
| 2002 | $233.45M | $0 | 0.0% |
| 2001 | $73.59M | $0 | 0.0% |
| 2000 | ($89.55M) | $0 | N/A (Loss) |
| 1999 | ($99.50M) | $0 | N/A (Loss) |
| 1998 | $33.80M | $0 | 0.0% |
| 1997 | $44.40M | $0 | 0.0% |
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.
Electronic Arts Inc. 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
Electronic Arts Inc. FCF Payout Ratio FAQ
- What is the FCF payout ratio for Electronic Arts Inc. (EA)?
- The FCF payout ratio for EA stock is 8.18%.
- Is Electronic Arts Inc.'s FCF payout ratio high or low?
- Electronic Arts Inc.'s FCF payout ratio of 8.18% is 19% below its 5-year average of 10.16%, near the low end of its 5-year range (5.41%–15.64%).
- What is the TTM average FCF payout ratio for Electronic Arts Inc. (EA)?
- The TTM average FCF payout ratio for EA stock is 9.47%.
- What is the 3Y average FCF payout ratio for Electronic Arts Inc. (EA)?
- The 3Y average FCF payout ratio for EA stock is 11.06%.
- What is the 5Y average FCF payout ratio for Electronic Arts Inc. (EA)?
- The 5Y average FCF payout ratio for EA stock is 10.16%.
- What is the 10Y average FCF payout ratio for Electronic Arts Inc. (EA)?
- The 10Y average FCF payout ratio for EA stock is 10.16%.
- What is the 15Y average FCF payout ratio for Electronic Arts Inc. (EA)?
- The 15Y average FCF payout ratio for EA stock is 10.16%.
- What is the 20Y average FCF payout ratio for Electronic Arts Inc. (EA)?
- The 20Y average FCF payout ratio for EA stock is 10.16%.
Electronic Arts Inc. FCF Payout Ratio History
| DATE | FCF PAYOUT RATIO |
|---|---|
| 2026-03-31 | 8.22% |
| 2025-03-31 | 10.71% |
| 2024-03-31 | 9.69% |
| 2023-03-31 | 15.64% |
| 2022-03-31 | 11.28% |
| 2021-03-31 | 5.41% |
| 2004-03-31 | 0.52% |
About Electronic Arts Inc.
Electronic Arts Inc., established in 1982 and based in Redwood City, California, is a global leader in the creation, promotion, publication, and distribution of interactive entertainment. The company delivers a wide array of games, content, and services for various platforms, including gaming consoles, personal computers, smartphones, and tablets across the globe. EA develops and releases titles spanning popular genres such as sports, racing, first-person shooters, action, role-playing, and simulation. Its prominent proprietary franchises include Battlefield, The Sims, Apex Legends, and Need for Speed, alongside celebrated licensed properties like FIFA, Madden NFL, UFC, and Star Wars. Furthermore, Electronic Arts grants licenses for its games to external partners for distribution and hosting. The company reaches its customers through diverse channels, encompassing digital storefronts, traditional retail outlets, direct sales to major retailers and specialty shops, and various distribution agreements.
- Sector
- Communication Services
- Industry
- Electronic Gaming & Multimedia
- CEO
- Andrew Wilson