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Lam Research Corporation (LRCX) FCF Payout Ratio: 20.14%

Is Lam Research Corporation’s FCF payout ratio high or low?

Lam Research Corporation's FCF payout ratio of 20.14% is 15% below its 5-year average of 23.79%, near the low end of its 5-year range (19.41%–31.93%).

The FCF payout ratio for Lam Research Corporation (LRCX) is 20.14%. It is below its 12-month average by 10.84% (22.59%).

LRCX FCF Payout Ratio Chart

LRCX FCF Payout Ratio
21.23%-11.32% 1Y
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LRCX Average FCF Payout Ratio Chart

LRCX Current vs Average FCF Payout Ratio Chart

LRCX FCF Payout Ratio Metrics

FCF PAYOUT RATIO

20.14%

FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG TTM

22.59%

FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 3Y

21.53%

FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 5Y

23.79%

FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 10Y

21.69%

FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 15Y

21.69%

FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 20Y

21.69%

CURRENT VS TTM AVG

-10.84%

CURRENT VS 3Y AVG

-6.45%

CURRENT VS 5Y AVG

-15.35%

CURRENT VS 10Y AVG

-7.16%

CURRENT VS 15Y AVG

-7.16%

CURRENT VS 20Y AVG

-7.16%

Payout Ratio Comparison

FCF Payout Ratio

20.1%

Earnings Payout Ratio

24.2%

Dividend Yield

0.31%

FCF Yield

1.60%

Annual FCF Payout Ratio History

YearFree Cash FlowDividends PaidFCF Payout Ratio
2025$5.41B$1.15B21.2%
2024$4.26B$1.02B23.9%
2023$4.68B$907.91M19.4%
2022$2.55B$815.29M31.9%
2021$3.24B$726.99M22.4%
2020$1.92B$656.84M34.2%
2019$2.87B$678.35M23.6%
2018$2.38B$307.61M12.9%
2017$1.87B$243.50M13.0%
2016$1.17B$190.40M16.2%
2015$587.24M$116.06M19.8%
2014$571.55M$00.0%
2013$559.14M$00.0%
2012$391.76M$00.0%
2011$753.53M$00.0%
2010$315.12M$00.0%
2009($122.41M)$0N/A (Loss)
2008$513.52M$00.0%
2007$763.59M$00.0%
2006$318.61M$00.0%
2005$403.08M$00.0%
2004$133.12M$00.0%
2003$56.98M$00.0%
2002$11.18M$00.0%
2001$196.89M$00.0%
2000$69.49M$00.0%
1999($70.40M)$0N/A (Loss)
1998$1.04M$00.0%
1997$40.62M$00.0%
1996($39.98M)$0N/A (Loss)

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.

Lam Research Corporation 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

Lam Research Corporation FCF Payout Ratio FAQ

What is the FCF payout ratio for Lam Research Corporation (LRCX)?
The FCF payout ratio for LRCX stock is 20.14%.
Is Lam Research Corporation's FCF payout ratio high or low?
Lam Research Corporation's FCF payout ratio of 20.14% is 15% below its 5-year average of 23.79%, near the low end of its 5-year range (19.41%–31.93%).
What is the TTM average FCF payout ratio for Lam Research Corporation (LRCX)?
The TTM average FCF payout ratio for LRCX stock is 22.59%.
What is the 3Y average FCF payout ratio for Lam Research Corporation (LRCX)?
The 3Y average FCF payout ratio for LRCX stock is 21.53%.
What is the 5Y average FCF payout ratio for Lam Research Corporation (LRCX)?
The 5Y average FCF payout ratio for LRCX stock is 23.79%.
What is the 10Y average FCF payout ratio for Lam Research Corporation (LRCX)?
The 10Y average FCF payout ratio for LRCX stock is 21.69%.
What is the 15Y average FCF payout ratio for Lam Research Corporation (LRCX)?
The 15Y average FCF payout ratio for LRCX stock is 21.69%.
What is the 20Y average FCF payout ratio for Lam Research Corporation (LRCX)?
The 20Y average FCF payout ratio for LRCX stock is 21.69%.

Lam Research Corporation FCF Payout Ratio History

DATEFCF PAYOUT RATIO
2025-06-2921.23%
2024-06-3023.94%
2023-06-2519.41%
2022-06-2631.93%
2021-06-2722.44%
2020-06-2834.15%
2019-06-3023.62%
2018-06-3012.91%
2017-06-3013.01%
2016-06-3016.21%
2015-06-3019.76%

About Lam Research Corporation

Lam Research Corporation is a prominent supplier of equipment vital for semiconductor processing, encompassing its design, production, sales, repair, and ongoing maintenance. These sophisticated systems are fundamental for the creation of integrated circuits. The company's extensive product catalog features a variety of deposition technologies. For tungsten metallization, they provide ALTUS systems that deposit conformal films. SABRE products excel in electrochemical deposition, crucial for copper interconnect transitions and enabling copper damascene manufacturing. SOLA utilizes ultraviolet thermal processing for film treatments, while VECTOR delivers plasma-enhanced chemical vapor deposition (CVD) and atomic layer deposition (ALD) solutions. Furthermore, SPEED addresses gapfill applications with its high-density plasma CVD products, and Striker is engineered for single-wafer atomic layer deposition of dielectric films. Beyond deposition, Lam Research offers a comprehensive suite of etching tools. Flex is designed for dielectric etch applications, Kiyo handles conductor etch processes, Syndion specializes in through-silicon via etching, and Versys metal products are used for metal etch processes. The company's offerings also extend to specialized solutions like Coronus, which enhances die yield through bevel cleaning. For various wafer cleaning requirements, Lam Research supplies multiple product lines, including Da Vinci, DV-Prime, EOS, and SP series. Additionally, Metryx mass metrology systems provide precise, in-line mass measurement capabilities for semiconductor wafer manufacturing. Lam Research serves the global semiconductor industry, distributing its technologies and services across the United States, China, Europe, Japan, Korea, Southeast Asia, Taiwan, and other international markets. Established in 1980, the company maintains its corporate headquarters in Fremont, California.

Fremont, CA
18,600 employees
Technology / Semiconductors
Sector
Technology
Industry
Semiconductors
CEO
Timothy Archer