Emerson Electric Co. (EMR) FCF Payout Ratio: 39.61%
Is Emerson Electric Co.’s FCF payout ratio high or low?
Emerson Electric Co.'s FCF payout ratio of 39.61% is 64% below its 5-year average of 110.37%, near the low end of its 5-year range (40.41%–437.23%).
The FCF payout ratio for Emerson Electric Co. (EMR) is 39.61%. It is below its 12-month average by 7.80% (42.96%).
EMR FCF Payout Ratio Chart
EMR Average FCF Payout Ratio Chart
EMR Current vs Average FCF Payout Ratio Chart
EMR FCF Payout Ratio Metrics
FCF PAYOUT RATIO
39.61%
FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG TTM
42.96%
FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 3Y
143.57%
FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 5Y
110.37%
FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 10Y
88.35%
FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 15Y
73.67%
FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 20Y
65.23%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-7.80%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-72.41%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-64.11%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-55.17%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-46.23%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-39.27%
Payout Ratio Comparison
FCF Payout Ratio
39.6%
Earnings Payout Ratio
53.9%
Dividend Yield
1.54%
FCF Yield
3.89%
Annual FCF Payout Ratio History
| Year | Free Cash Flow | Dividends Paid | FCF Payout Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2.67B | $1.19B | 44.7% |
| 2024 | $2.91B | $1.20B | 41.2% |
| 2023 | $274.00M | $1.20B | 437.2% |
| 2022 | $2.39B | $1.22B | 51.2% |
| 2021 | $2.99B | $1.21B | 40.4% |
| 2020 | $2.54B | $1.21B | 47.5% |
| 2019 | $2.41B | $1.21B | 50.1% |
| 2018 | $2.27B | $1.23B | 54.0% |
| 2017 | $1.44B | $1.24B | 86.3% |
| 2016 | $2.43B | $1.23B | 50.4% |
| 2015 | $1.84B | $1.27B | 68.8% |
| 2014 | $2.92B | $1.21B | 41.4% |
| 2013 | $2.97B | $1.18B | 39.8% |
| 2012 | $2.39B | $1.17B | 49.0% |
| 2011 | $2.59B | $1.04B | 40.2% |
| 2010 | $2.77B | $1.01B | 36.5% |
| 2009 | $2.56B | $998.00M | 39.1% |
| 2008 | $2.58B | $940.00M | 36.4% |
| 2007 | $2.33B | $837.00M | 35.8% |
| 2006 | $1.91B | $730.00M | 38.2% |
| 2005 | $1.67B | $694.00M | 41.6% |
| 2004 | $1.82B | $675.00M | 37.2% |
| 2003 | $1.39B | $661.00M | 47.4% |
| 2002 | $1.43B | $652.00M | 45.5% |
| 2001 | $1.15B | $654.00M | 56.7% |
| 2000 | $1.15B | $613.20M | 53.4% |
| 1999 | $1.22B | $566.40M | 46.5% |
| 1998 | $1.05B | $521.00M | 49.7% |
| 1997 | $923.20M | $480.70M | 52.1% |
| 1996 | $803.80M | $439.10M | 54.6% |
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.
Emerson Electric Co. 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
Emerson Electric Co. FCF Payout Ratio FAQ
- What is the FCF payout ratio for Emerson Electric Co. (EMR)?
- The FCF payout ratio for EMR stock is 39.61%.
- Is Emerson Electric Co.'s FCF payout ratio high or low?
- Emerson Electric Co.'s FCF payout ratio of 39.61% is 64% below its 5-year average of 110.37%, near the low end of its 5-year range (40.41%–437.23%).
- What is the TTM average FCF payout ratio for Emerson Electric Co. (EMR)?
- The TTM average FCF payout ratio for EMR stock is 42.96%.
- What is the 3Y average FCF payout ratio for Emerson Electric Co. (EMR)?
- The 3Y average FCF payout ratio for EMR stock is 143.57%.
- What is the 5Y average FCF payout ratio for Emerson Electric Co. (EMR)?
- The 5Y average FCF payout ratio for EMR stock is 110.37%.
- What is the 10Y average FCF payout ratio for Emerson Electric Co. (EMR)?
- The 10Y average FCF payout ratio for EMR stock is 88.35%.
- What is the 15Y average FCF payout ratio for Emerson Electric Co. (EMR)?
- The 15Y average FCF payout ratio for EMR stock is 73.67%.
- What is the 20Y average FCF payout ratio for Emerson Electric Co. (EMR)?
- The 20Y average FCF payout ratio for EMR stock is 65.23%.
Emerson Electric Co. FCF Payout Ratio History
| DATE | FCF PAYOUT RATIO |
|---|---|
| 2025-09-30 | 44.69% |
| 2024-09-30 | 41.23% |
| 2023-09-30 | 437.23% |
| 2022-09-30 | 51.15% |
| 2021-09-30 | 40.41% |
| 2020-09-30 | 47.50% |
| 2019-09-30 | 50.12% |
| 2018-09-30 | 54.02% |
| 2017-09-30 | 86.28% |
| 2016-09-30 | 50.41% |
| 2015-09-30 | 68.82% |
| 2014-09-30 | 41.37% |
| 2013-09-30 | 39.75% |
| 2012-09-30 | 49.04% |
| 2011-09-30 | 40.18% |
| 2010-09-30 | 36.45% |
| 2009-09-30 | 39.06% |
| 2008-09-30 | 36.45% |
| 2007-09-30 | 35.85% |
| 2006-09-30 | 38.20% |
| 2005-09-30 | 41.58% |
| 2004-09-30 | 37.17% |
| 2003-09-30 | 47.42% |
| 2002-09-30 | 45.47% |
| 2001-09-30 | 56.70% |
| 2000-09-30 | 53.42% |
| 1999-09-30 | 46.47% |
| 1998-09-30 | 49.67% |
| 1997-09-30 | 52.07% |
| 1996-09-30 | 54.63% |
About Emerson Electric Co.
Emerson Electric Co. is an international technology and engineering firm that delivers diverse solutions to industrial, commercial, and residential clients across the Americas, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and Europe. The company's operations are divided into two main segments: Automation Solutions, and Commercial & Residential Solutions. Through its Automation Solutions division, Emerson provides a range of products including advanced measurement and analytical instruments, industrial valves, and sophisticated process control software and systems. This segment caters to a broad spectrum of industries such as oil and gas, refining, chemical processing, power generation, life sciences, food and beverage, automotive manufacturing, pulp and paper production, metals and mining, and municipal water utilities. The Commercial & Residential Solutions segment focuses on climate control and other essential home and business applications. It supplies residential and commercial heating and air conditioning (HVAC) products, encompassing various compressors (reciprocating and scroll), system protectors, precise flow control devices, and a variety of thermostats (standard, programmable, and Wi-Fi enabled). The segment also delivers monitoring equipment and electronic control units for both gas and electric heating setups, specialized gas valves for furnaces and water heaters, furnace ignition systems, and an array of sensors and thermistors for home appliances, alongside general temperature sensors and controls. Furthermore, this division supplies reciprocating, scroll, and screw compressors, along with precision flow control mechanisms, comprehensive system diagnostics, and advanced environmental control systems. Beyond hardware, it extends its portfolio to include technologies for air conditioning, refrigeration, and lighting management. Complementing these offerings are services like facility design and product lifecycle management, site commissioning, ongoing facility monitoring, and energy modeling. The segment also manufactures tools for both professional tradespeople and DIY enthusiasts, and offers a suite of appliance solutions. Established in 1890, Emerson Electric Co. maintains its corporate headquarters in Saint Louis, Missouri.
- Sector
- Industrials
- Industry
- Industrial - Machinery
- CEO
- Surendralal Lanca Karsanbhai