EnerSys (ENS) FCF Payout Ratio: 8.41%
Is EnerSys’s FCF payout ratio high or low?
EnerSys's FCF payout ratio of 8.41% is 40% below its 5-year average of 13.93%, near the low end of its 5-year range (8.16%–26.90%).
52.03% below its 12-month average of 17.53%.
ENS FCF Payout Ratio Chart
ENS Average FCF Payout Ratio Chart
ENS Current vs Average FCF Payout Ratio Chart
ENS FCF Payout Ratio Metrics
FCF PAYOUT RATIO
8.41%
FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG TTM
17.53%
FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 3Y
14.82%
FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 5Y
13.93%
FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 10Y
16.13%
FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 15Y
N/A
FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 20Y
N/A
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-52.03%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-43.27%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-39.61%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-47.86%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
N/A
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
N/A
Payout Ratio Comparison
FCF Payout Ratio
8.4%
Earnings Payout Ratio
13.4%
Dividend Yield
0.45%
FCF Yield
5.26%
Annual FCF Payout Ratio History
| Year | Free Cash Flow | Dividends Paid | FCF Payout Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $467.52M | $38.14M | 8.2% |
| 2025 | $139.26M | $37.47M | 26.9% |
| 2024 | $370.59M | $34.48M | 9.3% |
| 2023 | $191.17M | $28.54M | 14.9% |
| 2022 | ($139.63M) | $29.35M | N/A (Loss) |
| 2021 | $288.36M | $29.81M | 10.3% |
| 2020 | $151.97M | $29.70M | 19.5% |
| 2019 | $127.48M | $29.74M | 23.3% |
| 2018 | $141.22M | $29.67M | 21.0% |
| 2017 | $195.96M | $30.40M | 15.5% |
| 2016 | $251.69M | $30.88M | 12.3% |
| 2015 | $130.85M | $31.74M | 24.3% |
| 2014 | $131.63M | $23.68M | 18.0% |
| 2013 | $189.11M | $0 | 0.0% |
| 2012 | $155.25M | $0 | 0.0% |
| 2011 | $16.52M | $0 | 0.0% |
| 2010 | $91.49M | $0 | 0.0% |
| 2009 | $162.29M | $0 | 0.0% |
| 2008 | ($41.02M) | $0 | N/A (Loss) |
| 2007 | $30.07M | $0 | 0.0% |
| 2006 | $3.21M | $0 | 0.0% |
| 2005 | ($2.48M) | $0 | N/A (Loss) |
| 2004 | $10.61M | $258.37M | n/m |
| 2003 | $31.81M | $0 | 0.0% |
| 2002 | $8.12M | $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.
EnerSys 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
EnerSys FCF Payout Ratio FAQ
- What is the FCF payout ratio for EnerSys (ENS)?
- The FCF payout ratio for ENS stock is 8.41%.
- Is EnerSys's FCF payout ratio high or low?
- EnerSys's FCF payout ratio of 8.41% is 40% below its 5-year average of 13.93%, near the low end of its 5-year range (8.16%–26.90%).
- What is the TTM average FCF payout ratio for EnerSys (ENS)?
- The TTM average FCF payout ratio for ENS stock is 17.53%.
- What is the 3Y average FCF payout ratio for EnerSys (ENS)?
- The 3Y average FCF payout ratio for ENS stock is 14.82%.
- What is the 5Y average FCF payout ratio for EnerSys (ENS)?
- The 5Y average FCF payout ratio for ENS stock is 13.93%.
- What is the 10Y average FCF payout ratio for EnerSys (ENS)?
- The 10Y average FCF payout ratio for ENS stock is 16.13%.
EnerSys FCF Payout Ratio History
| DATE | FCF PAYOUT RATIO |
|---|---|
| 2026-03-31 | 8.16% |
| 2025-03-31 | 26.90% |
| 2024-03-31 | 9.30% |
| 2023-03-31 | 14.93% |
| 2021-03-31 | 10.34% |
| 2020-03-31 | 19.55% |
| 2019-03-31 | 23.33% |
| 2018-03-31 | 21.01% |
| 2017-03-31 | 15.51% |
| 2016-03-31 | 12.27% |
| 2015-03-31 | 24.26% |
| 2014-03-31 | 17.99% |
About EnerSys
EnerSys, established in 2000 and headquartered in Reading, Pennsylvania, operates as a global leader in delivering stored energy solutions for various industrial sectors. The company, which was formerly known as Yuasa, Inc. before rebranding as EnerSys in January 2001, organizes its extensive operations into three core divisions: Energy Systems, Motive Power, and Specialty. The Energy Systems segment focuses on providing critical power infrastructure, including uninterruptible power supplies (UPS) for computer and telecommunication networks. This division also offers switchgear and electrical control systems essential for industrial plants, electric utilities, large-scale energy storage projects, and energy pipelines. Additionally, it delivers integrated power solutions and services to customers in broadband, telecommunications, renewable energy, and other industrial areas, alongside manufacturing thermally managed cabinets and enclosures for sensitive electronics and batteries. In the Motive Power segment, EnerSys specializes in producing power products for electric industrial forklifts, which are indispensable in manufacturing, warehousing, and material handling applications. The Specialty segment addresses highly specific and demanding energy needs. Its offerings include power solutions for mining equipment, diesel locomotive starting, and various other rail applications. This segment also develops specialized batteries for starting, lighting, and ignition in transportation vehicles. Furthermore, it provides advanced energy solutions for critical applications such as satellites, military aircraft, submarines, ships, tactical vehicles, as well as medical and security systems. Beyond its primary product lines, EnerSys supplies a comprehensive range of supplementary items, including battery chargers, power equipment, battery accessories, and durable outdoor cabinet enclosures. The company also backs its industrial battery offerings with extensive after-market and customer-support services. EnerSys effectively reaches its global customer base by distributing its products through a broad network of independent distributors, authorized representatives, and its dedicated internal sales teams.
- Sector
- Industrials
- Industry
- Electrical Equipment & Parts
- CEO
- Shawn O'Connell