Starbucks Corporation (SBUX) FCF Payout Ratio: 103.28%
Is Starbucks Corporation’s FCF payout ratio high or low?
Starbucks Corporation's FCF payout ratio of 103.28% is 70% below its 5-year average of 346.22%, near the low end of its 5-year range (46.89%–1684.33%).
The FCF payout ratio for Starbucks Corporation (SBUX) is 103.28%. It is above its 12-month average by 7.92% (95.70%).
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SBUX FCF Payout Ratio Metrics
FCF PAYOUT RATIO
103.28%
FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG TTM
95.70%
FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 3Y
86.53%
FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 5Y
346.22%
FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 10Y
207.22%
FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 15Y
161.61%
FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 20Y
161.61%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+7.92%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+19.36%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-70.17%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-50.16%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-36.09%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-36.09%
Payout Ratio Comparison
FCF Payout Ratio
103.3%
Earnings Payout Ratio
151.5%
Dividend Yield
2.54%
FCF Yield
2.45%
Annual FCF Payout Ratio History
| Year | Free Cash Flow | Dividends Paid | FCF Payout Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2.44B | $2.77B | 113.5% |
| 2024 | $3.32B | $2.58B | 77.9% |
| 2023 | $3.68B | $2.43B | 66.2% |
| 2022 | $2.56B | $2.26B | 88.5% |
| 2021 | $4.52B | $2.12B | 46.9% |
| 2020 | $114.20M | $1.92B | 1684.3% |
| 2019 | $3.24B | $1.76B | 54.4% |
| 2018 | $9.96B | $1.74B | 17.5% |
| 2017 | $2.65B | $1.45B | 54.6% |
| 2016 | $3.13B | $1.18B | 37.6% |
| 2015 | $2.45B | $928.60M | 38.0% |
| 2014 | ($553.10M) | $783.10M | N/A (Loss) |
| 2013 | $1.76B | $628.90M | 35.8% |
| 2012 | $863.30M | $513.00M | 59.4% |
| 2011 | $1.08B | $389.50M | 36.0% |
| 2010 | $1.26B | $171.00M | 13.5% |
| 2009 | $943.40M | $0 | 0.0% |
| 2008 | $274.20M | $0 | 0.0% |
| 2007 | $250.87M | $0 | 0.0% |
| 2006 | $360.40M | $0 | 0.0% |
| 2005 | $279.62M | $0 | 0.0% |
| 2004 | $407.67M | $0 | 0.0% |
| 2003 | $209.16M | $0 | 0.0% |
| 2002 | $102.21M | $0 | 0.0% |
| 2001 | $76.61M | $0 | 0.0% |
| 2000 | $2.12M | $0 | 0.0% |
| 1999 | ($66.80M) | $0 | N/A (Loss) |
| 1998 | ($59.00M) | $0 | N/A (Loss) |
| 1997 | ($68.70M) | $0 | N/A (Loss) |
| 1996 | ($25.10M) | $0 | N/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.
Starbucks 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
Starbucks Corporation FCF Payout Ratio FAQ
- What is the FCF payout ratio for Starbucks Corporation (SBUX)?
- The FCF payout ratio for SBUX stock is 103.28%.
- Is Starbucks Corporation's FCF payout ratio high or low?
- Starbucks Corporation's FCF payout ratio of 103.28% is 70% below its 5-year average of 346.22%, near the low end of its 5-year range (46.89%–1684.33%).
- What is the TTM average FCF payout ratio for Starbucks Corporation (SBUX)?
- The TTM average FCF payout ratio for SBUX stock is 95.70%.
- What is the 3Y average FCF payout ratio for Starbucks Corporation (SBUX)?
- The 3Y average FCF payout ratio for SBUX stock is 86.53%.
- What is the 5Y average FCF payout ratio for Starbucks Corporation (SBUX)?
- The 5Y average FCF payout ratio for SBUX stock is 346.22%.
- What is the 10Y average FCF payout ratio for Starbucks Corporation (SBUX)?
- The 10Y average FCF payout ratio for SBUX stock is 207.22%.
- What is the 15Y average FCF payout ratio for Starbucks Corporation (SBUX)?
- The 15Y average FCF payout ratio for SBUX stock is 161.61%.
- What is the 20Y average FCF payout ratio for Starbucks Corporation (SBUX)?
- The 20Y average FCF payout ratio for SBUX stock is 161.61%.
Starbucks Corporation FCF Payout Ratio History
| DATE | FCF PAYOUT RATIO |
|---|---|
| 2025-09-28 | 113.49% |
| 2024-09-30 | 77.91% |
| 2023-09-30 | 66.17% |
| 2022-09-30 | 88.55% |
| 2021-09-30 | 46.89% |
| 2020-09-30 | 1684.33% |
| 2019-09-30 | 54.35% |
| 2018-09-30 | 17.50% |
| 2017-09-30 | 54.63% |
| 2016-09-30 | 37.58% |
| 2015-09-30 | 37.97% |
| 2013-09-30 | 35.79% |
| 2012-09-30 | 59.42% |
| 2011-09-30 | 36.05% |
| 2010-09-30 | 13.53% |
About Starbucks Corporation
Starbucks Corporation, along with its various subsidiaries, operates worldwide as a key player in roasting, marketing, and selling specialty coffee. Its business is structured into three main operating divisions: North America, International markets, and Channel Development. The company's retail outlets offer a broad assortment of coffee and tea beverages, roasted whole bean and ground coffees, single-serve options, and ready-to-drink products. Customers can also find a variety of food items, including pastries, breakfast sandwiches, and lunch selections. Furthermore, Starbucks extends its brand reach by licensing its trademarks to independently operated stores, grocery retailers, and foodservice accounts. Products are sold under well-known labels such as Starbucks, Teavana, Seattle's Best Coffee, Evolution Fresh, Ethos, Starbucks Reserve, and Princi. As of October 3, 2021, Starbucks had a significant global presence, operating 16,826 company-owned and licensed stores across North America, in addition to 17,007 similar locations internationally. The company, established in 1971, is headquartered in Seattle, Washington.
- Sector
- Consumer Cyclical
- Industry
- Restaurants
- CEO
- Brian R. Niccol