Starbucks Corporation (SBUX) Free Cash Flow (FCF): $2.44B
The free cash flow (FCF) for Starbucks Corporation (SBUX) is $2.44B. It is below its 12-month average by 15.21% ($2.88B).
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SBUX Free Cash Flow (FCF) Metrics
FREE CASH FLOW (FCF)
$2.44B
FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG TTM
$2.88B
FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG 3Y
$3.00B
FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG 5Y
$2.77B
FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG 10Y
$3.46B
FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG 15Y
$2.65B
FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG 20Y
$2.12B
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-15.21%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-18.54%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-11.87%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-29.42%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-8.01%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
+15.03%
FCF Analysis
Free Cash Flow (TTM)
$2.44B
FCF Yield
2.45%
Price/FCF
40.9
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
Starbucks Corporation 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
Starbucks Corporation Free Cash Flow (FCF) FAQ
- What is the free cash flow (FCF) for Starbucks Corporation (SBUX)?
- The free cash flow (FCF) for SBUX stock is $2.44B.
- What is the TTM average free cash flow (FCF) for Starbucks Corporation (SBUX)?
- The TTM average free cash flow (FCF) for SBUX stock is $2.88B.
- What is the 3Y average free cash flow (FCF) for Starbucks Corporation (SBUX)?
- The 3Y average free cash flow (FCF) for SBUX stock is $3.00B.
- What is the 5Y average free cash flow (FCF) for Starbucks Corporation (SBUX)?
- The 5Y average free cash flow (FCF) for SBUX stock is $2.77B.
- What is the 10Y average free cash flow (FCF) for Starbucks Corporation (SBUX)?
- The 10Y average free cash flow (FCF) for SBUX stock is $3.46B.
- What is the 15Y average free cash flow (FCF) for Starbucks Corporation (SBUX)?
- The 15Y average free cash flow (FCF) for SBUX stock is $2.65B.
- What is the 20Y average free cash flow (FCF) for Starbucks Corporation (SBUX)?
- The 20Y average free cash flow (FCF) for SBUX stock is $2.12B.
Starbucks Corporation Free Cash Flow (FCF) History
| DATE | FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) |
|---|---|
| 2025-09-28 | $2.44B |
| 2024-09-30 | $3.32B |
| 2023-09-30 | $3.68B |
| 2022-09-30 | $2.56B |
| 2021-09-30 | $4.52B |
| 2020-09-30 | $114.20M |
| 2019-09-30 | $3.24B |
| 2018-09-30 | $9.96B |
| 2017-09-30 | $2.65B |
| 2016-09-30 | $3.13B |
| 2015-09-30 | $2.45B |
| 2014-09-30 | $-553.10M |
| 2013-09-30 | $1.76B |
| 2012-09-30 | $863.30M |
| 2011-09-30 | $1.08B |
| 2010-09-30 | $1.26B |
| 2009-09-30 | $943.40M |
| 2008-09-30 | $274.20M |
| 2007-09-30 | $250.87M |
| 2006-09-30 | $360.40M |
| 2005-09-30 | $279.62M |
| 2004-09-30 | $407.67M |
| 2003-09-30 | $209.16M |
| 2002-09-30 | $102.21M |
| 2001-09-30 | $76.61M |
| 2000-09-30 | $2.12M |
| 1999-09-30 | $-66.80M |
| 1998-09-30 | $-59.00M |
| 1997-09-30 | $-68.70M |
| 1996-09-30 | $-25.10M |
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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