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Rockwell Automation, Inc. (ROK) FCF Payout Ratio: 45.87%

Is Rockwell Automation, Inc.’s FCF payout ratio high or low?

Rockwell Automation, Inc.'s FCF payout ratio of 45.87% is 20% below its 5-year average of 57.37%, near the low end of its 5-year range (43.52%–89.34%).

The FCF payout ratio for Rockwell Automation, Inc. (ROK) is 45.87%. It is below its 12-month average by 30.95% (66.43%).

ROK FCF Payout Ratio Chart

ROK FCF Payout Ratio
43.52%-51.29% 1Y
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ROK Average FCF Payout Ratio Chart

ROK Current vs Average FCF Payout Ratio Chart

ROK FCF Payout Ratio Metrics

FCF PAYOUT RATIO

45.87%

FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG TTM

66.43%

FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 3Y

63.42%

FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 5Y

57.37%

FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 10Y

49.80%

FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 15Y

46.41%

FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 20Y

45.72%

CURRENT VS TTM AVG

-30.95%

CURRENT VS 3Y AVG

-27.68%

CURRENT VS 5Y AVG

-20.05%

CURRENT VS 10Y AVG

-7.89%

CURRENT VS 15Y AVG

-1.16%

CURRENT VS 20Y AVG

+0.33%

Payout Ratio Comparison

FCF Payout Ratio

45.9%

Earnings Payout Ratio

70.9%

Dividend Yield

1.23%

FCF Yield

2.69%

Annual FCF Payout Ratio History

YearFree Cash FlowDividends PaidFCF Payout Ratio
2025$1.36B$591.00M43.5%
2024$639.10M$571.00M89.3%
2023$1.21B$542.40M44.7%
2022$682.00M$519.40M76.2%
2021$1.14B$497.10M43.6%
2020$1.01B$472.80M47.0%
2019$1.05B$459.80M43.8%
2018$1.17B$440.80M37.5%
2017$892.30M$390.70M43.8%
2016$830.40M$378.20M45.5%
2015$1.06B$350.10M32.9%
2014$892.30M$320.50M35.9%
2013$868.60M$276.30M31.8%
2012$579.10M$247.40M42.7%
2011$523.60M$211.00M40.3%
2010$394.60M$173.60M44.0%
2009$427.90M$164.50M38.4%
2008$439.80M$170.20M38.7%
2007$327.80M$184.70M56.3%
2006$276.10M$159.30M57.7%
2005$542.20M$142.70M26.3%
2004$498.90M$122.50M24.6%
2003$327.00M$122.00M37.3%
2002$336.00M$122.00M36.3%
2001$178.00M$170.00M95.5%
2000$611.00M$192.00M31.4%
1999$255.00M$194.00M76.1%
1998($15.00M)$202.00MN/A (Loss)
1997($16.00M)$248.00MN/A (Loss)
1996$330.00M$253.00M76.7%

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.

Rockwell Automation, 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

Rockwell Automation, Inc. FCF Payout Ratio FAQ

What is the FCF payout ratio for Rockwell Automation, Inc. (ROK)?
The FCF payout ratio for ROK stock is 45.87%.
Is Rockwell Automation, Inc.'s FCF payout ratio high or low?
Rockwell Automation, Inc.'s FCF payout ratio of 45.87% is 20% below its 5-year average of 57.37%, near the low end of its 5-year range (43.52%–89.34%).
What is the TTM average FCF payout ratio for Rockwell Automation, Inc. (ROK)?
The TTM average FCF payout ratio for ROK stock is 66.43%.
What is the 3Y average FCF payout ratio for Rockwell Automation, Inc. (ROK)?
The 3Y average FCF payout ratio for ROK stock is 63.42%.
What is the 5Y average FCF payout ratio for Rockwell Automation, Inc. (ROK)?
The 5Y average FCF payout ratio for ROK stock is 57.37%.
What is the 10Y average FCF payout ratio for Rockwell Automation, Inc. (ROK)?
The 10Y average FCF payout ratio for ROK stock is 49.80%.
What is the 15Y average FCF payout ratio for Rockwell Automation, Inc. (ROK)?
The 15Y average FCF payout ratio for ROK stock is 46.41%.
What is the 20Y average FCF payout ratio for Rockwell Automation, Inc. (ROK)?
The 20Y average FCF payout ratio for ROK stock is 45.72%.

Rockwell Automation, Inc. FCF Payout Ratio History

DATEFCF PAYOUT RATIO
2025-09-3043.52%
2024-09-3089.34%
2023-09-3044.68%
2022-09-3076.16%
2021-09-3043.58%
2020-09-3046.97%
2019-09-3043.82%
2018-09-3037.53%
2017-09-3043.79%
2016-09-3045.54%
2015-09-3032.88%
2014-09-3035.92%
2013-09-3031.81%
2012-09-3042.72%
2011-09-3040.30%
2010-09-3043.99%
2009-09-3038.44%
2008-09-3038.70%
2007-09-3056.35%
2006-09-3057.70%
2005-09-3026.32%
2004-09-3024.55%
2003-09-3037.31%
2002-09-3036.31%
2001-09-3095.51%
2000-09-3031.42%
1999-09-3076.08%
1996-09-3076.67%

About Rockwell Automation, Inc.

Rockwell Automation, Inc., established in 1903 and headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, is a global leader in providing industrial automation and digital transformation solutions. The company's operations are segmented into three key areas: Intelligent Devices, Software & Control, and Lifecycle Services. The Intelligent Devices segment offers various hardware products such as drives, motion control systems, safety and sensing equipment, industrial components, and customized configurations. The Software & Control division provides essential control and visualization software and accompanying hardware, information management platforms, digital twin and simulation tools, and network and cybersecurity infrastructure. The Lifecycle Services segment completes its offering with expert consulting, professional implementation, and ongoing connected and maintenance support. Rockwell Automation distributes its comprehensive array of hardware, software, and services worldwide through a network of independent distributors, complemented by its direct sales force. Its extensive clientele spans diverse sectors, including discrete manufacturing (like automotive, semiconductors, and logistics), general industries (such as printing, marine, and aerospace), hybrid markets (encompassing food & beverage, life sciences, and eco-industrial applications like water management and renewable energy), and process industries (including oil & gas, mining, and chemicals).

Milwaukee, WI
27,000 employees
Industrials / Industrial - Machinery
Sector
Industrials
Industry
Industrial - Machinery
CEO
Blake D. Moret