J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. (JBHT) FCF Payout Ratio: 16.85%
Is J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc.’s FCF payout ratio high or low?
J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc.'s FCF payout ratio of 16.85% is 56% below its 5-year average of 38.37%, near the low end of its 5-year range (16.85%–70.62%).
27.47% below its 12-month average of 23.23%.
JBHT FCF Payout Ratio Chart
JBHT Average FCF Payout Ratio Chart
JBHT Current vs Average FCF Payout Ratio Chart
JBHT FCF Payout Ratio Metrics
FCF PAYOUT RATIO
16.85%
FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG TTM
23.23%
FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 3Y
39.03%
FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 5Y
38.37%
FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 10Y
49.40%
FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 15Y
51.35%
FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 20Y
N/A
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-27.47%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-56.83%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-56.08%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-65.89%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-67.19%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
N/A
Payout Ratio Comparison
FCF Payout Ratio
16.9%
Earnings Payout Ratio
29.1%
Dividend Yield
0.66%
FCF Yield
4.00%
Annual FCF Payout Ratio History
| Year | Free Cash Flow | Dividends Paid | FCF Payout Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $947.59M | $171.05M | 18.1% |
| 2024 | $617.78M | $175.54M | 28.4% |
| 2023 | ($117.81M) | $173.90M | N/A (Loss) |
| 2022 | $236.09M | $166.72M | 70.6% |
| 2021 | $276.33M | $124.44M | 45.0% |
| 2020 | $384.31M | $114.23M | 29.7% |
| 2019 | $244.23M | $111.82M | 45.8% |
| 2018 | $92.19M | $104.99M | 113.9% |
| 2017 | $328.23M | $101.36M | 30.9% |
| 2016 | $215.71M | $98.99M | 45.9% |
| 2015 | $148.19M | $97.36M | 65.7% |
| 2014 | ($161.79M) | $93.60M | N/A (Loss) |
| 2013 | $80.92M | $52.81M | 65.3% |
| 2012 | $108.55M | $83.43M | 76.9% |
| 2011 | $133.41M | $62.24M | 46.7% |
| 2010 | $165.63M | $59.91M | 36.2% |
| 2009 | $3.77M | $55.69M | n/m |
| 2008 | $201.91M | $50.14M | 24.8% |
| 2007 | ($236.38M) | $48.85M | N/A (Loss) |
| 2006 | ($470.33M) | $47.73M | N/A (Loss) |
| 2005 | ($157.42M) | $37.95M | N/A (Loss) |
| 2004 | ($333.13M) | $7.29M | N/A (Loss) |
| 2003 | ($176.02M) | $0 | N/A (Loss) |
| 2002 | ($224.31M) | $0 | N/A (Loss) |
| 2001 | $5.38M | $0 | 0.0% |
| 2000 | ($199.92M) | $1.78M | N/A (Loss) |
| 1999 | ($99.42M) | $7.13M | N/A (Loss) |
| 1998 | ($388.16M) | $7.10M | N/A (Loss) |
| 1997 | ($103.35M) | $7.32M | N/A (Loss) |
| 1996 | ($178.61M) | $7.57M | N/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.
J.B. Hunt Transport Services, 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
J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. FCF Payout Ratio FAQ
- What is the FCF payout ratio for J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. (JBHT)?
- The FCF payout ratio for JBHT stock is 16.85%.
- Is J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc.'s FCF payout ratio high or low?
- J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc.'s FCF payout ratio of 16.85% is 56% below its 5-year average of 38.37%, near the low end of its 5-year range (16.85%–70.62%).
- What is the TTM average FCF payout ratio for J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. (JBHT)?
- The TTM average FCF payout ratio for JBHT stock is 23.23%.
- What is the 3Y average FCF payout ratio for J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. (JBHT)?
- The 3Y average FCF payout ratio for JBHT stock is 39.03%.
- What is the 5Y average FCF payout ratio for J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. (JBHT)?
- The 5Y average FCF payout ratio for JBHT stock is 38.37%.
- What is the 10Y average FCF payout ratio for J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. (JBHT)?
- The 10Y average FCF payout ratio for JBHT stock is 49.40%.
- What is the 15Y average FCF payout ratio for J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. (JBHT)?
- The 15Y average FCF payout ratio for JBHT stock is 51.35%.
J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. FCF Payout Ratio History
| DATE | FCF PAYOUT RATIO |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 18.05% |
| 2024-12-31 | 28.41% |
| 2022-12-31 | 70.62% |
| 2021-12-31 | 45.03% |
| 2020-12-31 | 29.72% |
| 2019-12-31 | 45.78% |
| 2018-12-31 | 113.89% |
| 2017-12-31 | 30.88% |
| 2016-12-31 | 45.89% |
| 2015-12-31 | 65.70% |
| 2013-12-31 | 65.26% |
| 2012-12-31 | 76.86% |
| 2011-12-31 | 46.66% |
| 2010-12-31 | 36.17% |
| 2008-12-31 | 24.84% |
About J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc.
Operating across North America, J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. specializes in ground transportation, last-mile delivery, and comprehensive logistics solutions. Its operations are structured into five distinct divisions: Intermodal (JBI), Dedicated Contract Services (DCS), Integrated Capacity Solutions (ICS), Final Mile Services (FMS), and Truckload (JBT). The Intermodal (JBI) division facilitates freight movement using multiple transport modes. This segment boasts a substantial asset base, including 104,973 company-owned trailers, a self-maintained fleet of 85,649 chassis, 5,612 company-owned tractors, 582 independent contractor vehicles, and a workforce of 6,943 company drivers. Dedicated Contract Services (DCS) focuses on engineering, implementing, and managing bespoke supply chain strategies for diverse transportation requirements. As of December 31, 2021, its fleet comprised 11,139 company-owned trucks, 544 client-owned trucks, and 6 contractor trucks, complemented by 21,069 company-owned trailers and 7,753 customer-owned trailers. Integrated Capacity Solutions (ICS) delivers comprehensive freight brokerage and logistics services. Offerings span specialized transport options such as flatbed, temperature-controlled, expedited, and less-than-truckload (LTL) shipping, alongside standard dry-van and intermodal modalities. This segment also features an online platform connecting various transportation options and offers outsourcing solutions for clients' logistics needs. Final Mile Services (FMS) handles last-stage delivery operations. This is supported by 1,272 company-owned trucks, 272 customer-supplied trucks, 19 independent contractor trucks, 1,036 company-owned trailers, and 185 client-owned trailers. The Truckload (JBT) segment specializes in over-the-road dry-van freight transport, deploying 734 company-owned tractors and 11,172 company-owned trailers. Across its segments, the company facilitates the movement of a diverse array of goods, including consumer products (e.g., general merchandise, specialty items, appliances, food and beverages, soaps and cosmetics, electronics), industrial materials (e.g., forest and paper products, building materials, automotive parts), agricultural products, and chemicals. Established in 1961, the corporation maintains its headquarters in Lowell, Arkansas.
- Sector
- Industrials
- Industry
- Integrated Freight & Logistics
- CEO
- Shelley Simpson