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Ulta Beauty, Inc. (ULTA) FCF Payout Ratio: 4.28%

The FCF payout ratio for Ulta Beauty, Inc. (ULTA) is 4.28%. It is below its 12-month average by 96.55% (123.92%).

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ULTA FCF Payout Ratio
123.92%+0.00% 1M
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ULTA Average FCF Payout Ratio Chart

ULTA Current vs Average FCF Payout Ratio Chart

ULTA FCF Payout Ratio Metrics

FCF PAYOUT RATIO

4.28%

FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG TTM

123.92%

FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 3Y

123.92%

FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 5Y

123.92%

FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 10Y

123.92%

FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 15Y

123.92%

FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 20Y

123.92%

CURRENT VS TTM AVG

-96.55%

CURRENT VS 3Y AVG

-96.55%

CURRENT VS 5Y AVG

-96.55%

CURRENT VS 10Y AVG

-96.55%

CURRENT VS 15Y AVG

-96.55%

CURRENT VS 20Y AVG

-96.55%

Payout Ratio Comparison

FCF Payout Ratio

4.3%

Earnings Payout Ratio

3.9%

Dividend Yield

0.21%

FCF Yield

4.99%

Annual FCF Payout Ratio History

YearFree Cash FlowDividends PaidFCF Payout Ratio
2026$1.07B$00.0%
2025$964.15M$00.0%
2024$1.04B$00.0%
2023$1.17B$00.0%
2022$887.08M$00.0%
2021$658.49M$00.0%
2020$802.76M$00.0%
2019$636.73M$00.0%
2018$338.65M$00.0%
2017$260.94M$00.0%
2016$76.71M$00.0%
2015$147.53M$00.0%
2014$101.70M$00.0%
2013$50.42M$62.48M123.9%
2012$92.25M$00.0%
2011$79.43M$00.0%
2010$104.72M$00.0%
2009($35.66M)$0N/A (Loss)
2008($54.96M)$93.01MN/A (Loss)
2007($6.70M)$0N/A (Loss)
2006($4.01M)$0N/A (Loss)
2004$0$0N/A (Loss)
2003$0$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.

Ulta Beauty, 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

Ulta Beauty, Inc. FCF Payout Ratio FAQ

What is the FCF payout ratio for Ulta Beauty, Inc. (ULTA)?
The FCF payout ratio for ULTA stock is 4.28%.
What is the TTM average FCF payout ratio for Ulta Beauty, Inc. (ULTA)?
The TTM average FCF payout ratio for ULTA stock is 123.92%.
What is the 3Y average FCF payout ratio for Ulta Beauty, Inc. (ULTA)?
The 3Y average FCF payout ratio for ULTA stock is 123.92%.
What is the 5Y average FCF payout ratio for Ulta Beauty, Inc. (ULTA)?
The 5Y average FCF payout ratio for ULTA stock is 123.92%.
What is the 10Y average FCF payout ratio for Ulta Beauty, Inc. (ULTA)?
The 10Y average FCF payout ratio for ULTA stock is 123.92%.
What is the 15Y average FCF payout ratio for Ulta Beauty, Inc. (ULTA)?
The 15Y average FCF payout ratio for ULTA stock is 123.92%.
What is the 20Y average FCF payout ratio for Ulta Beauty, Inc. (ULTA)?
The 20Y average FCF payout ratio for ULTA stock is 123.92%.

Ulta Beauty, Inc. FCF Payout Ratio History

DATEFCF PAYOUT RATIO
2013-01-31123.92%

About Ulta Beauty, Inc.

Ulta Beauty, Inc. functions as a prominent beauty product retailer throughout the United States. Its physical locations feature a broad assortment of goods, including cosmetics, perfumes, skincare, haircare items, bath and body essentials, and professional salon styling instruments. Additionally, they provide a comprehensive suite of salon services, encompassing hair, skin, makeup, brow, and nail treatments. The company further offers its proprietary label products, such as the Ulta Beauty Collection for cosmetics, skincare, and bath items, alongside other Ulta Beauty branded merchandise and gift options. As of March 10, 2022, Ulta Beauty operated 1,308 retail stores across all 50 U.S. states. Its products are also available for purchase via its website, ulta.com, and through its mobile applications. Incorporated in 1990, the enterprise was initially known as Ulta Salon, Cosmetics & Fragrance, Inc., before officially changing its name to Ulta Beauty, Inc. in January 2017. Its corporate base is located in Bolingbrook, Illinois.

Bolingbrook, IL
20,000 employees
Consumer Cyclical / Specialty Retail
Sector
Consumer Cyclical
Industry
Specialty Retail
CEO
Kecia L. Steelman