Apple Inc. (AAPL) Free Cash Flow (FCF): $98.77B
The free cash flow (FCF) for Apple Inc. (AAPL) is $98.77B. It is below its 12-month average by 4.84% ($103.79B).
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AAPL Free Cash Flow (FCF) Metrics
FREE CASH FLOW (FCF)
$98.77B
FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG TTM
$103.79B
FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG 3Y
$102.39B
FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG 5Y
$102.31B
FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG 10Y
$81.20B
FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG 15Y
$69.86B
FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG 20Y
$54.39B
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-4.84%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-3.53%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-3.46%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+21.63%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
+41.39%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
+81.61%
FCF Analysis
Free Cash Flow (TTM)
$98.77B
FCF Yield
3.01%
Price/FCF
33.2
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
Apple Inc. 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
Apple Inc. Free Cash Flow (FCF) FAQ
- What is the free cash flow (FCF) for Apple Inc. (AAPL)?
- The free cash flow (FCF) for AAPL stock is $98.77B.
- What is the TTM average free cash flow (FCF) for Apple Inc. (AAPL)?
- The TTM average free cash flow (FCF) for AAPL stock is $103.79B.
- What is the 3Y average free cash flow (FCF) for Apple Inc. (AAPL)?
- The 3Y average free cash flow (FCF) for AAPL stock is $102.39B.
- What is the 5Y average free cash flow (FCF) for Apple Inc. (AAPL)?
- The 5Y average free cash flow (FCF) for AAPL stock is $102.31B.
- What is the 10Y average free cash flow (FCF) for Apple Inc. (AAPL)?
- The 10Y average free cash flow (FCF) for AAPL stock is $81.20B.
- What is the 15Y average free cash flow (FCF) for Apple Inc. (AAPL)?
- The 15Y average free cash flow (FCF) for AAPL stock is $69.86B.
- What is the 20Y average free cash flow (FCF) for Apple Inc. (AAPL)?
- The 20Y average free cash flow (FCF) for AAPL stock is $54.39B.
Apple Inc. Free Cash Flow (FCF) History
| DATE | FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) |
|---|---|
| 2025-09-27 | $98.77B |
| 2024-09-28 | $108.81B |
| 2023-09-30 | $99.58B |
| 2022-09-24 | $111.44B |
| 2021-09-25 | $92.95B |
| 2020-09-26 | $73.36B |
| 2019-09-28 | $58.90B |
| 2018-09-29 | $64.12B |
| 2017-09-30 | $51.43B |
| 2016-09-24 | $52.68B |
| 2015-09-26 | $69.78B |
| 2014-09-27 | $49.90B |
| 2013-09-28 | $44.59B |
| 2012-09-29 | $41.45B |
| 2011-09-24 | $30.08B |
| 2010-09-25 | $16.47B |
| 2009-09-26 | $8.95B |
| 2008-09-27 | $8.40B |
| 2007-09-29 | $4.48B |
| 2006-09-30 | $1.56B |
| 2005-09-24 | $2.27B |
| 2004-09-25 | $758.00M |
| 2003-09-27 | $125.00M |
| 2002-09-28 | $-85.00M |
| 2001-09-29 | $-47.00M |
| 2000-09-30 | $761.00M |
| 1999-09-25 | $775.00M |
| 1998-09-25 | $719.00M |
| 1997-09-26 | $101.00M |
| 1996-09-27 | $341.00M |
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About Apple Inc.
Apple Inc. is a global technology corporation that specializes in the conceptualization, production, and sale of a diverse suite of electronic devices. Its comprehensive hardware lineup features the well-known iPhone smartphones, Mac personal computers, and versatile iPad tablets. The company also supplies a range of wearables, smart home products, and accessories, including AirPods, Apple TV, Apple Watch, items from the Beats brand, and HomePod speakers. Beyond its device offerings, Apple delivers essential support services like AppleCare and robust cloud solutions. It oversees key digital platforms, prominently the App Store, which acts as a central hub for customers to discover and download countless applications and digital content, from e-books and music to videos, games, and podcasts. The company also generates revenue via advertising, leveraging both its proprietary ad platforms and third-party licensing deals. Apple's ecosystem is further bolstered by a wide array of subscription-based services: Apple Arcade for gaming, Apple Fitness+ for personalized wellness, Apple Music for curated audio experiences and on-demand radio, Apple News+ for access to news and magazines, and Apple TV+ for exclusive original video programming. Its financial services portfolio includes the co-branded Apple Card and the mobile payment system, Apple Pay. Additionally, Apple strategically licenses its intellectual property. The company serves a broad clientele that spans individual consumers, small and medium-sized enterprises, as well as institutional clients in the education, corporate, and governmental sectors. Products are distributed through a multi-channel strategy, utilizing Apple's own physical retail locations and online storefronts, a dedicated direct sales team, and collaborations with external partners such as mobile network providers, wholesalers, general retailers, and authorized resellers. The App Store additionally functions as the primary conduit for third-party applications designed for its devices. Founded in 1976, Apple Inc. is headquartered in Cupertino, California.
- Sector
- Technology
- Industry
- Consumer Electronics
- CEO
- Timothy D. Cook