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Global Payments Inc. (GPN) Free Cash Flow (FCF): $2.04B

The free cash flow (FCF) for Global Payments Inc. (GPN) is $2.04B. It is below its 12-month average by 16.72% ($2.45B).

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GPN Free Cash Flow (FCF)
$2.04B-28.66% 1Y
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GPN Free Cash Flow (FCF) Metrics

FREE CASH FLOW (FCF)

$2.04B

FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG TTM

$2.45B

FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG 3Y

$2.03B

FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG 5Y

$2.05B

FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG 10Y

$1.42B

FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG 15Y

$1.03B

FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG 20Y

$851.12M

CURRENT VS TTM AVG

-16.72%

CURRENT VS 3Y AVG

+0.49%

CURRENT VS 5Y AVG

-0.39%

CURRENT VS 10Y AVG

+43.68%

CURRENT VS 15Y AVG

+97.36%

CURRENT VS 20Y AVG

+139.55%

FCF Analysis

Free Cash Flow (TTM)

$2.04B

FCF Yield

6.93%

Price/FCF

14.4

Formula: FCF = Operating Cash Flow - Capital Expenditures

Why FCF matters:

  • Shows actual cash available (not accounting earnings)
  • Funds dividends, buybacks, and debt reduction
  • Less susceptible to accounting manipulation than net income
  • Key metric for DCF valuation models

Global Payments Inc. Free Cash Flow (FCF) Formula & Definition

Free Cash Flow represents the cash a company generates after accounting for capital expenditures. It's the cash available for dividends, buybacks, debt reduction, or reinvestment.

Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute

Global Payments Inc. Free Cash Flow (FCF) FAQ

What is the free cash flow (FCF) for Global Payments Inc. (GPN)?
The free cash flow (FCF) for GPN stock is $2.04B.
What is the TTM average free cash flow (FCF) for Global Payments Inc. (GPN)?
The TTM average free cash flow (FCF) for GPN stock is $2.45B.
What is the 3Y average free cash flow (FCF) for Global Payments Inc. (GPN)?
The 3Y average free cash flow (FCF) for GPN stock is $2.03B.
What is the 5Y average free cash flow (FCF) for Global Payments Inc. (GPN)?
The 5Y average free cash flow (FCF) for GPN stock is $2.05B.
What is the 10Y average free cash flow (FCF) for Global Payments Inc. (GPN)?
The 10Y average free cash flow (FCF) for GPN stock is $1.42B.
What is the 15Y average free cash flow (FCF) for Global Payments Inc. (GPN)?
The 15Y average free cash flow (FCF) for GPN stock is $1.03B.
What is the 20Y average free cash flow (FCF) for Global Payments Inc. (GPN)?
The 20Y average free cash flow (FCF) for GPN stock is $851.12M.

Global Payments Inc. Free Cash Flow (FCF) History

DATEFREE CASH FLOW (FCF)
2025-12-31$2.04B
2024-12-31$2.86B
2023-12-31$1.59B
2022-12-31$1.63B
2021-12-31$2.29B
2020-12-31$1.88B
2019-12-31$1.08B
2018-12-31$892.79M
2017-12-31$330.48M
2016-12-31$519.81M
2016-05-31$501.30M
2015-05-31$337.33M
2014-05-31$112.69M
2013-05-31$141.96M
2012-05-31$-283.35M
2011-05-31$611.24M
2010-05-31$409.71M
2009-05-31$342.03M
2008-05-31$227.44M
2007-05-31$155.76M
2006-05-31$209.74M
2005-05-31$195.25M
2004-05-31$67.61M
2003-05-31$11.25M
2002-05-31$138.08M
2001-05-31$65.01M
2000-05-31$35.29M

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