Exxon Mobil Corporation (XOM) FCF Payout Ratio: 94.03%
Is Exxon Mobil Corporation’s FCF payout ratio high or low?
Exxon Mobil Corporation's FCF payout ratio of 94.03% is 97% above its 5-year average of 47.80%, near the high end of its 5-year range (25.58%–72.98%).
The FCF payout ratio for Exxon Mobil Corporation (XOM) is 94.03%. It is above its 12-month average by 47.66% (63.68%).
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XOM Average FCF Payout Ratio Chart
XOM Current vs Average FCF Payout Ratio Chart
XOM FCF Payout Ratio Metrics
FCF PAYOUT RATIO
94.03%
FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG TTM
63.68%
FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 3Y
49.40%
FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 5Y
47.80%
FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 10Y
120.93%
FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 15Y
101.58%
FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 20Y
87.18%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+47.66%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+90.34%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+96.71%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-22.24%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-7.43%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
+7.85%
Payout Ratio Comparison
FCF Payout Ratio
94.0%
Earnings Payout Ratio
61.3%
Dividend Yield
2.74%
FCF Yield
3.02%
Annual FCF Payout Ratio History
| Year | Free Cash Flow | Dividends Paid | FCF Payout Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $23.61B | $17.23B | 73.0% |
| 2024 | $30.72B | $16.70B | 54.4% |
| 2023 | $33.45B | $14.94B | 44.7% |
| 2022 | $58.39B | $14.94B | 25.6% |
| 2021 | $36.05B | $14.92B | 41.4% |
| 2020 | ($2.61B) | $14.87B | N/A (Loss) |
| 2019 | $5.36B | $14.65B | 273.6% |
| 2018 | $16.44B | $13.80B | 83.9% |
| 2017 | $14.66B | $13.00B | 88.7% |
| 2016 | $5.92B | $12.45B | 210.4% |
| 2015 | $3.85B | $12.09B | 313.7% |
| 2014 | $12.16B | $11.57B | 95.1% |
| 2013 | $11.24B | $10.88B | 96.7% |
| 2012 | $21.90B | $10.09B | 46.1% |
| 2011 | $24.37B | $9.02B | 37.0% |
| 2010 | $21.54B | $8.50B | 39.4% |
| 2009 | $5.95B | $8.02B | 134.9% |
| 2008 | $40.41B | $8.06B | 19.9% |
| 2007 | $36.62B | $7.62B | 20.8% |
| 2006 | $33.82B | $7.63B | 22.6% |
| 2005 | $34.30B | $7.48B | 21.8% |
| 2004 | $28.57B | $7.11B | 24.9% |
| 2003 | $15.64B | $6.95B | 44.4% |
| 2002 | $9.83B | $6.39B | 65.0% |
| 2001 | $12.90B | $6.45B | 50.0% |
| 2000 | $14.49B | $6.37B | 44.0% |
| 1999 | $4.16B | $6.09B | 146.3% |
| 1998 | $2.70B | $6.23B | 231.0% |
| 1997 | $7.28B | $6.18B | 84.8% |
| 1996 | $5.95B | $4.19B | 70.4% |
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.
Exxon Mobil 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
Exxon Mobil Corporation FCF Payout Ratio FAQ
- What is the FCF payout ratio for Exxon Mobil Corporation (XOM)?
- The FCF payout ratio for XOM stock is 94.03%.
- Is Exxon Mobil Corporation's FCF payout ratio high or low?
- Exxon Mobil Corporation's FCF payout ratio of 94.03% is 97% above its 5-year average of 47.80%, near the high end of its 5-year range (25.58%–72.98%).
- What is the TTM average FCF payout ratio for Exxon Mobil Corporation (XOM)?
- The TTM average FCF payout ratio for XOM stock is 63.68%.
- What is the 3Y average FCF payout ratio for Exxon Mobil Corporation (XOM)?
- The 3Y average FCF payout ratio for XOM stock is 49.40%.
- What is the 5Y average FCF payout ratio for Exxon Mobil Corporation (XOM)?
- The 5Y average FCF payout ratio for XOM stock is 47.80%.
- What is the 10Y average FCF payout ratio for Exxon Mobil Corporation (XOM)?
- The 10Y average FCF payout ratio for XOM stock is 120.93%.
- What is the 15Y average FCF payout ratio for Exxon Mobil Corporation (XOM)?
- The 15Y average FCF payout ratio for XOM stock is 101.58%.
- What is the 20Y average FCF payout ratio for Exxon Mobil Corporation (XOM)?
- The 20Y average FCF payout ratio for XOM stock is 87.18%.
Exxon Mobil Corporation FCF Payout Ratio History
| DATE | FCF PAYOUT RATIO |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 72.98% |
| 2024-12-31 | 54.38% |
| 2023-12-31 | 44.67% |
| 2022-12-31 | 25.58% |
| 2021-12-31 | 41.39% |
| 2019-12-31 | 273.61% |
| 2018-12-31 | 83.93% |
| 2017-12-31 | 88.66% |
| 2016-12-31 | 210.39% |
| 2015-12-31 | 313.70% |
| 2014-12-31 | 95.10% |
| 2013-12-31 | 96.71% |
| 2012-12-31 | 46.08% |
| 2011-12-31 | 37.01% |
| 2010-12-31 | 39.45% |
| 2009-12-31 | 134.91% |
| 2008-12-31 | 19.94% |
| 2007-12-31 | 20.81% |
| 2006-12-31 | 22.55% |
| 2005-12-31 | 21.80% |
| 2004-12-31 | 24.89% |
| 2003-12-31 | 44.41% |
| 2002-12-31 | 64.96% |
| 2001-12-31 | 49.98% |
| 2000-12-31 | 43.99% |
| 1999-12-31 | 146.28% |
| 1998-12-31 | 231.00% |
| 1997-12-31 | 84.81% |
| 1996-12-31 | 70.44% |
About Exxon Mobil Corporation
Exxon Mobil Corporation is a global energy firm that undertakes the exploration and extraction of oil and natural gas resources across its domestic operations and international territories. The company organizes its vast activities into three primary divisions: Upstream, Downstream, and Chemical. Beyond resource acquisition, Exxon Mobil is deeply engaged in the manufacturing, commercial trading, logistical transportation, and marketing of crude oil, natural gas, refined petroleum goods, a wide array of petrochemicals (including olefins, polyolefins, and aromatics), and other specialized chemical products. Furthermore, the company is actively developing solutions in carbon capture and storage, hydrogen, and biofuels. As of December 31, 2021, the corporation maintained approximately 20,528 net operational wells with verified reserves. Founded in 1870, Exxon Mobil's corporate headquarters are located in Irving, Texas.
- Sector
- Energy
- Industry
- Oil & Gas Integrated
- CEO
- Darren W. Woods