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Global Payments Inc. (GPN) FCF Payout Ratio: 22.60%

Is Global Payments Inc.’s FCF payout ratio high or low?

Global Payments Inc.'s FCF payout ratio of 22.60% is 75% above its 5-year average of 12.92%, near the high end of its 5-year range (8.85%–16.82%).

The FCF payout ratio for Global Payments Inc. (GPN) is 22.60%. It is above its 12-month average by 120.00% (10.27%).

GPN FCF Payout Ratio Chart

GPN FCF Payout Ratio
11.70%+32.24% 1Y
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GPN Average FCF Payout Ratio Chart

GPN Current vs Average FCF Payout Ratio Chart

GPN FCF Payout Ratio Metrics

FCF PAYOUT RATIO

22.60%

FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG TTM

10.27%

FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 3Y

13.44%

FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 5Y

12.92%

FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 10Y

8.23%

FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 15Y

6.84%

FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 20Y

5.80%

CURRENT VS TTM AVG

+120.00%

CURRENT VS 3Y AVG

+68.21%

CURRENT VS 5Y AVG

+74.93%

CURRENT VS 10Y AVG

+174.73%

CURRENT VS 15Y AVG

+230.44%

CURRENT VS 20Y AVG

+289.61%

Payout Ratio Comparison

FCF Payout Ratio

22.6%

Earnings Payout Ratio

17.1%

Dividend Yield

1.57%

FCF Yield

6.93%

Annual FCF Payout Ratio History

YearFree Cash FlowDividends PaidFCF Payout Ratio
2025$2.04B$238.52M11.7%
2024$2.86B$252.81M8.8%
2023$1.59B$260.43M16.4%
2022$1.63B$273.95M16.8%
2021$2.29B$259.73M11.4%
2020$1.88B$233.22M12.4%
2019$1.08B$86.74M8.0%
2018$892.79M$6.33M0.7%
2017$330.48M$6.73M2.0%
2016$501.30M$5.44M1.1%
2016$519.81M$5.91M1.1%
2015$337.33M$5.34M1.6%
2014$112.69M$5.76M5.1%
2013$141.96M$6.20M4.4%
2012($283.35M)$6.31MN/A (Loss)
2011$611.24M$6.39M1.0%
2010$409.71M$6.50M1.6%
2009$342.03M$6.42M1.9%
2008$227.44M$6.38M2.8%
2007$155.76M$6.44M4.1%
2006$209.74M$6.34M3.0%
2005$195.25M$6.21M3.2%
2004$67.61M$6.03M8.9%
2003$11.25M$5.92M52.6%
2002$138.08M$5.86M4.2%
2001$65.01M$1.46M2.2%
2000$35.29M$4.38M12.4%

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.

Global Payments 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

Global Payments Inc. FCF Payout Ratio FAQ

What is the FCF payout ratio for Global Payments Inc. (GPN)?
The FCF payout ratio for GPN stock is 22.60%.
Is Global Payments Inc.'s FCF payout ratio high or low?
Global Payments Inc.'s FCF payout ratio of 22.60% is 75% above its 5-year average of 12.92%, near the high end of its 5-year range (8.85%–16.82%).
What is the TTM average FCF payout ratio for Global Payments Inc. (GPN)?
The TTM average FCF payout ratio for GPN stock is 10.27%.
What is the 3Y average FCF payout ratio for Global Payments Inc. (GPN)?
The 3Y average FCF payout ratio for GPN stock is 13.44%.
What is the 5Y average FCF payout ratio for Global Payments Inc. (GPN)?
The 5Y average FCF payout ratio for GPN stock is 12.92%.
What is the 10Y average FCF payout ratio for Global Payments Inc. (GPN)?
The 10Y average FCF payout ratio for GPN stock is 8.23%.
What is the 15Y average FCF payout ratio for Global Payments Inc. (GPN)?
The 15Y average FCF payout ratio for GPN stock is 6.84%.
What is the 20Y average FCF payout ratio for Global Payments Inc. (GPN)?
The 20Y average FCF payout ratio for GPN stock is 5.80%.

Global Payments Inc. FCF Payout Ratio History

DATEFCF PAYOUT RATIO
2025-12-3111.70%
2024-12-318.85%
2023-12-3116.37%
2022-12-3116.82%
2021-12-3111.35%
2020-12-3112.42%
2019-12-318.01%
2018-12-310.71%
2017-12-312.04%
2016-12-311.14%
2016-05-311.08%
2015-05-311.58%
2014-05-315.11%
2013-05-314.37%
2011-05-311.05%
2010-05-311.59%
2009-05-311.88%
2008-05-312.80%
2007-05-314.14%
2006-05-313.02%
2005-05-313.18%
2004-05-318.92%
2003-05-3152.60%
2002-05-314.24%
2001-05-312.24%
2000-05-3112.40%

About Global Payments Inc.

Global Payments Inc. is a prominent provider of payment technology and software solutions, facilitating transactions across various forms including card, electronic, check, and digital payments. Its operations span the Americas, Europe, and the Asia-Pacific regions. The company's business is structured into three primary divisions: Merchant Solutions, Issuer Solutions, and Business and Consumer Solutions. The Merchant Solutions segment offers a comprehensive array of services designed to support businesses in managing their payment processing. These services include transaction authorization, settlement, funding, customer support, chargeback resolution, terminal rental and deployment, robust payment security, consolidated billing, and online reporting. Furthermore, this segment delivers specialized enterprise software solutions that help customers in diverse vertical markets streamline their business operations. It also provides various value-added services, such as point-of-sale (POS) systems, analytics and engagement tools, and even payroll and human capital management services. The Issuer Solutions segment empowers financial institutions and retailers by providing them with platforms to efficiently manage their card portfolios. Additionally, it supplies commercial payment and ePayables solutions specifically for businesses and government entities. Through its Business and Consumer Solutions segment, operating notably under the Netspend brand, the company addresses the financial needs of the underbanked, other consumers, and various businesses. This segment's offerings comprise general-purpose reloadable prepaid debit cards, payroll cards, demand deposit accounts, and other related financial services. Global Payments distributes its products and services through a multifaceted sales and marketing approach, leveraging its direct sales force, trade association partnerships, agent and enterprise software provider networks, referral arrangements with value-added resellers, and independent sales organizations. Founded in 1967, Global Payments Inc. is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.

Atlanta, GA
27,000 employees
Financial Services / Financial - Credit Services
Sector
Financial Services
Industry
Financial - Credit Services
CEO
Cameron Bready