Free Cash Flow (FCF): $2.59B
The free cash flow (FCF) is $2.59B. It is above its 12-month average by 5.60% ($2.45B).
CNI Free Cash Flow (FCF)
Reported quarterly free cash flow; no daily interpolation.
CNI Quarterly Free Cash Flow Growth (YoY)
Free Cash Flow growth vs the same quarter one year earlier, last 20 quarters.
CNI Average Free Cash Flow (FCF) Chart
CNI Current vs Average Free Cash Flow (FCF) Chart
CNI Free Cash Flow (FCF) Metrics
FREE CASH FLOW (FCF)
$2.59B
FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG TTM
$2.45B
FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG 3Y
$2.68B
FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG 5Y
$2.74B
FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG 10Y
$2.34B
FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG 15Y
$2.07B
FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG 20Y
$1.82B
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+5.60%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-3.14%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-5.57%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+10.92%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
+25.16%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
+42.70%
FCF Analysis
Free Cash Flow (TTM)
$2.59B
FCF Yield
3.51%
Price/FCF
28.5
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
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
Free Cash Flow (FCF) FAQ
- What is the free cash flow (FCF) for Canadian National Railway Company (CNI)?
- The free cash flow (FCF) for CNI stock is $2.59B.
- What is the TTM average free cash flow (FCF) for Canadian National Railway Company (CNI)?
- The TTM average free cash flow (FCF) for CNI stock is $2.45B.
- What is the 3Y average free cash flow (FCF) for Canadian National Railway Company (CNI)?
- The 3Y average free cash flow (FCF) for CNI stock is $2.68B.
- What is the 5Y average free cash flow (FCF) for Canadian National Railway Company (CNI)?
- The 5Y average free cash flow (FCF) for CNI stock is $2.74B.
- What is the 10Y average free cash flow (FCF) for Canadian National Railway Company (CNI)?
- The 10Y average free cash flow (FCF) for CNI stock is $2.34B.
- What is the 15Y average free cash flow (FCF) for Canadian National Railway Company (CNI)?
- The 15Y average free cash flow (FCF) for CNI stock is $2.07B.
- What is the 20Y average free cash flow (FCF) for Canadian National Railway Company (CNI)?
- The 20Y average free cash flow (FCF) for CNI stock is $1.82B.
CNI Free Cash Flow (FCF) History
| DATE | FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) |
|---|---|
| 2026-03-31 | $2.59B |
| 2025-09-30 | $2.45B |
| 2025-03-31 | $2.32B |
| 2024-09-30 | $2.66B |
| 2024-03-31 | $2.79B |
| 2023-09-30 | $2.71B |
| 2023-03-31 | $3.21B |
| 2022-09-30 | $2.82B |
| 2022-03-31 | $2.93B |
| 2021-09-30 | $3.21B |
| 2021-03-31 | $2.50B |
| 2020-09-30 | $1.96B |
| 2020-03-31 | $1.75B |
| 2019-09-30 | $1.66B |
| 2019-03-31 | $1.78B |
| 2018-09-30 | $1.71B |
| 2018-03-31 | $1.82B |
| 2017-09-30 | $2.36B |
| 2017-03-31 | $2.09B |
| 2016-09-30 | $1.85B |
| 2016-03-31 | $1.90B |
| 2015-09-30 | $1.55B |
| 2015-03-31 | $1.95B |
| 2014-09-30 | $2.02B |
| 2014-03-31 | $1.77B |
| 2013-09-30 | $1.33B |
| 2013-03-31 | $1.50B |
| 2012-09-30 | $1.17B |
| 2012-03-31 | $965.00M |
| 2011-09-30 | $1.67B |
| 2011-03-31 | $1.20B |
| 2010-09-30 | $1.19B |
| 2010-03-31 | $1.13B |
| 2009-09-30 | $685.54M |
| 2009-03-31 | $685.97M |
| 2008-09-30 | $1.05B |
| 2008-03-31 | $933.76M |
| 2007-09-30 | $1.02B |
| 2007-03-31 | $1.09B |
| 2006-09-30 | $1.18B |
| 2006-03-31 | $1.31B |
| 2005-09-30 | $1.28B |
| 2005-03-31 | $1.06B |
| 2004-09-30 | $768.34M |
| 2004-03-31 | $666.68M |
| 2003-10-20 | $599.59M |
| 2003-03-31 | $495.78M |
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About Canadian National Railway Company
Canadian National Railway Company (CNI), together with its subsidiary operations, functions as a key player in the railway and related logistics industry. The firm handles a wide array of freight, including petroleum products and chemicals, agricultural commodities such as grain and fertilizers, various minerals like coal and metals, timber and paper goods, intermodal containers, and finished automobiles. Its services cater to a broad base of clients, from international exporters and importers to retail chains, agricultural growers, and industrial manufacturers. CNI boasts a substantial rail infrastructure, with approximately 19,500 miles of track extending across both Canada and the United States. Additionally, the company provides diverse ancillary services, encompassing marine terminal management (vessels and docks), cargo transshipment and distribution, specialized automotive supply chain solutions, and comprehensive freight management and forwarding. Founded in 1919, Canadian National Railway Company is based in Montreal, Canada.
- Sector
- Industrials
- Industry
- Railroads
- CEO
- Tracy A. Robinson