Nutrien Ltd. (NTR) FCF Payout Ratio: 47.63%
Is Nutrien Ltd.’s FCF payout ratio high or low?
Nutrien Ltd.'s FCF payout ratio of 47.63% is in line with its 5-year average of 50.03%, around the middle of its 5-year range (18.30%–76.76%).
26.58% below its 12-month average of 64.88%.
NTR FCF Payout Ratio Chart
NTR Average FCF Payout Ratio Chart
NTR Current vs Average FCF Payout Ratio Chart
NTR FCF Payout Ratio Metrics
FCF PAYOUT RATIO
47.63%
FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG TTM
64.88%
FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 3Y
47.47%
FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 5Y
50.03%
FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 10Y
83.43%
FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 15Y
52.34%
FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 20Y
44.12%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-26.58%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+0.33%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-4.79%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-42.91%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-8.99%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
+7.95%
Payout Ratio Comparison
FCF Payout Ratio
47.6%
Earnings Payout Ratio
46.1%
Dividend Yield
3.40%
FCF Yield
7.20%
Annual FCF Payout Ratio History
| Year | Free Cash Flow | Dividends Paid | FCF Payout Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2.04B | $1.08B | 53.0% |
| 2024 | $1.38B | $1.06B | 76.8% |
| 2023 | $2.47B | $1.03B | 41.8% |
| 2022 | $5.63B | $1.03B | 18.3% |
| 2021 | $2.00B | $1.04B | 52.2% |
| 2020 | $1.77B | $1.03B | 58.1% |
| 2019 | $1.77B | $1.02B | 57.6% |
| 2018 | $545.00M | $952.00M | 174.7% |
| 2017 | $574.00M | $330.00M | 57.5% |
| 2016 | $367.00M | $809.00M | 220.4% |
| 2015 | $1.12B | $1.20B | 107.4% |
| 2014 | $1.48B | $1.14B | 77.3% |
| 2013 | $1.59B | $997.00M | 62.8% |
| 2012 | $1.09B | $467.00M | 42.8% |
| 2011 | $1.31B | $208.00M | 15.9% |
| 2010 | $1.05B | $119.00M | 11.3% |
| 2009 | ($894.00M) | $116.90M | N/A (Loss) |
| 2008 | $1.77B | $122.60M | 6.9% |
| 2007 | $1.08B | $93.60M | 8.7% |
| 2006 | $188.20M | $60.90M | 32.4% |
| 2005 | $482.40M | $65.40M | 13.6% |
| 2004 | $429.10M | $56.10M | 13.1% |
| 2003 | $230.80M | $52.30M | 22.7% |
| 2002 | $104.20M | $52.00M | 49.9% |
| 2001 | ($438.00M) | $51.90M | N/A (Loss) |
| 2000 | $294.80M | $51.90M | 17.6% |
| 1999 | $224.76M | $53.32M | 23.7% |
| 1998 | $387.80M | $51.70M | 13.3% |
| 1997 | ($762.90M) | $55.30M | N/A (Loss) |
| 1996 | $234.50M | $48.20M | 20.6% |
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.
Nutrien Ltd. 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
Nutrien Ltd. FCF Payout Ratio FAQ
- What is the FCF payout ratio for Nutrien Ltd. (NTR)?
- The FCF payout ratio for NTR stock is 47.63%.
- Is Nutrien Ltd.'s FCF payout ratio high or low?
- Nutrien Ltd.'s FCF payout ratio of 47.63% is in line with its 5-year average of 50.03%, around the middle of its 5-year range (18.30%–76.76%).
- What is the TTM average FCF payout ratio for Nutrien Ltd. (NTR)?
- The TTM average FCF payout ratio for NTR stock is 64.88%.
- What is the 3Y average FCF payout ratio for Nutrien Ltd. (NTR)?
- The 3Y average FCF payout ratio for NTR stock is 47.47%.
- What is the 5Y average FCF payout ratio for Nutrien Ltd. (NTR)?
- The 5Y average FCF payout ratio for NTR stock is 50.03%.
- What is the 10Y average FCF payout ratio for Nutrien Ltd. (NTR)?
- The 10Y average FCF payout ratio for NTR stock is 83.43%.
- What is the 15Y average FCF payout ratio for Nutrien Ltd. (NTR)?
- The 15Y average FCF payout ratio for NTR stock is 52.34%.
- What is the 20Y average FCF payout ratio for Nutrien Ltd. (NTR)?
- The 20Y average FCF payout ratio for NTR stock is 44.12%.
Nutrien Ltd. FCF Payout Ratio History
| DATE | FCF PAYOUT RATIO |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 53.00% |
| 2024-12-31 | 76.76% |
| 2023-12-31 | 41.85% |
| 2022-12-31 | 18.30% |
| 2021-12-31 | 52.20% |
| 2020-12-31 | 58.06% |
| 2019-12-31 | 57.61% |
| 2018-12-31 | 174.68% |
| 2017-12-31 | 57.49% |
| 2016-12-31 | 220.44% |
| 2015-12-31 | 107.40% |
| 2014-12-31 | 77.30% |
| 2013-12-31 | 62.78% |
| 2012-12-31 | 42.77% |
| 2011-12-31 | 15.89% |
| 2010-12-31 | 11.31% |
| 2008-12-31 | 6.93% |
| 2007-12-31 | 8.65% |
| 2006-12-31 | 32.36% |
| 2005-12-31 | 13.56% |
| 2004-12-31 | 13.07% |
| 2003-12-31 | 22.66% |
| 2002-12-31 | 49.90% |
| 2000-12-31 | 17.61% |
| 1999-12-31 | 23.72% |
| 1998-12-31 | 13.33% |
| 1996-12-31 | 20.55% |
About Nutrien Ltd.
Nutrien Ltd., a company established in 2017 and based in Saskatoon, Canada, functions as a principal supplier of essential agricultural resources and associated services. The firm furnishes vital crop inputs, including various fertilizer compounds like potash, nitrogen, phosphate, and sulfate, in addition to offering financial solutions to its clientele. Its operations involve the extensive distribution of crop-related products such as nutrients, protection agents, seeds, and general merchandise. This is facilitated through a vast network of nearly 2,000 retail establishments situated across the United States, Canada, South America, and Australia. Beyond its retail footprint, Nutrien also engages directly with agricultural producers, delivering personalized services through its numerous farm centers located throughout North America, South America, and Australia.
- Sector
- Basic Materials
- Industry
- Agricultural Inputs
- CEO
- Kenneth A. Seitz