Builders FirstSource, Inc. (BLDR) Free Cash Flow (FCF): $861.64M
The free cash flow (FCF) for Builders FirstSource, Inc. (BLDR) is $861.64M. It is below its 12-month average by 26.53% ($1.17B).
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BLDR Free Cash Flow (FCF) Metrics
FREE CASH FLOW (FCF)
$861.64M
FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG TTM
$1.17B
FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG 3Y
$1.86B
FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG 5Y
$1.52B
FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG 10Y
$912.38M
FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG 15Y
$434.47M
FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG 20Y
$110.01M
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-26.53%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-53.64%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-43.18%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-5.56%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
+98.32%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
+683.21%
FCF Analysis
Free Cash Flow (TTM)
$861.64M
FCF Yield
10.14%
Price/FCF
9.9
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
Builders FirstSource, 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
Builders FirstSource, Inc. Free Cash Flow (FCF) FAQ
- What is the free cash flow (FCF) for Builders FirstSource, Inc. (BLDR)?
- The free cash flow (FCF) for BLDR stock is $861.64M.
- What is the TTM average free cash flow (FCF) for Builders FirstSource, Inc. (BLDR)?
- The TTM average free cash flow (FCF) for BLDR stock is $1.17B.
- What is the 3Y average free cash flow (FCF) for Builders FirstSource, Inc. (BLDR)?
- The 3Y average free cash flow (FCF) for BLDR stock is $1.86B.
- What is the 5Y average free cash flow (FCF) for Builders FirstSource, Inc. (BLDR)?
- The 5Y average free cash flow (FCF) for BLDR stock is $1.52B.
- What is the 10Y average free cash flow (FCF) for Builders FirstSource, Inc. (BLDR)?
- The 10Y average free cash flow (FCF) for BLDR stock is $912.38M.
- What is the 15Y average free cash flow (FCF) for Builders FirstSource, Inc. (BLDR)?
- The 15Y average free cash flow (FCF) for BLDR stock is $434.47M.
- What is the 20Y average free cash flow (FCF) for Builders FirstSource, Inc. (BLDR)?
- The 20Y average free cash flow (FCF) for BLDR stock is $110.01M.
Builders FirstSource, Inc. Free Cash Flow (FCF) History
| DATE | FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | $853.28M |
| 2024-12-31 | $1.49B |
| 2023-12-31 | $1.83B |
| 2022-12-31 | $3.26B |
| 2021-12-31 | $1.52B |
| 2020-12-31 | $147.99M |
| 2019-12-31 | $391.18M |
| 2018-12-31 | $181.42M |
| 2017-12-31 | $116.12M |
| 2016-12-31 | $115.56M |
| 2015-12-31 | $133.22M |
| 2014-12-31 | $1.78M |
| 2013-12-31 | $-62.63M |
| 2012-12-31 | $-77.25M |
| 2011-12-31 | $-71.20M |
| 2010-12-31 | $-50.67M |
| 2009-12-31 | $-4.85M |
| 2008-12-31 | $-37.07M |
| 2007-12-31 | $61.44M |
| 2006-12-31 | $84.66M |
| 2005-12-31 | $87.24M |
| 2004-12-31 | $73.67M |
| 2003-12-31 | $-55.75M |
| 2001-12-31 | $0.00 |
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About Builders FirstSource, Inc.
Builders FirstSource, Inc., through its various subsidiaries, operates as a key supplier of construction resources across the United States. The company is involved in fabricating and distributing a wide array of building materials, prefabricated components, and specialized construction services, catering to a diverse clientele that includes professional homebuilders, subcontractors, renovation experts, and individual consumers. Its extensive product range encompasses foundational lumber and sheet goods, such as dimensional timber, plywood, and oriented strand board, primarily used for on-site residential framing. Furthermore, Builders FirstSource manufactures factory-assembled elements like wood and steel floor and roof trusses, wall panels, stair units, and engineered wood products. Complementing these, the company supplies windows, both internal and external door assemblies, various interior and exterior finishing trims, and bespoke items marketed under the Synboard brand. Additionally, the firm provides gypsum, roofing, and insulation solutions, including wallboards, ceiling materials, joint compounds, and finishes. Its offerings also extend to siding, metal, and concrete products, featuring vinyl, composite, and wood siding options, alongside exterior trims, other exterior finishes, metal studs, and cement-based items. Beyond these materials, Builders FirstSource furnishes other building essentials like cabinetry and hardware, and delivers value-added services such as comprehensive turn-key framing, shell construction, design consultation, and expert installation. Founded in 1998, the enterprise initially operated as BSL Holdings, Inc. before formally changing its name to Builders FirstSource, Inc. in October 1999. The company's corporate headquarters are situated in Dallas, Texas.
- Sector
- Industrials
- Industry
- Construction
- CEO
- Peter Jackson