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) 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
| DATE | FREE 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 |
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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.
- Sector
- Financial Services
- Industry
- Financial - Credit Services
- CEO
- Cameron Bready