Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. (LW) FCF Payout Ratio: 33.63%
Is Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc.’s FCF payout ratio high or low?
Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc.'s FCF payout ratio of 33.63% is 58% below its 5-year average of 79.30%, near the low end of its 5-year range (29.85%–135.65%).
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LW Average FCF Payout Ratio Chart
LW Current vs Average FCF Payout Ratio Chart
LW FCF Payout Ratio Metrics
FCF PAYOUT RATIO
33.63%
FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG TTM
N/A
FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 3Y
111.09%
FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 5Y
79.30%
FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 10Y
N/A
FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 15Y
N/A
FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 20Y
N/A
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
N/A
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-69.73%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-57.59%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
N/A
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
N/A
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
N/A
Payout Ratio Comparison
FCF Payout Ratio
33.6%
Earnings Payout Ratio
59.8%
Dividend Yield
3.33%
FCF Yield
10.10%
Annual FCF Payout Ratio History
| Year | Free Cash Flow | Dividends Paid | FCF Payout Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $230.10M | $206.90M | 89.9% |
| 2024 | ($131.30M) | $174.00M | N/A (Loss) |
| 2023 | $107.70M | $146.10M | 135.7% |
| 2022 | $128.50M | $138.40M | 107.7% |
| 2021 | $405.50M | $135.30M | 33.4% |
| 2020 | $406.30M | $121.30M | 29.9% |
| 2019 | $346.70M | $113.30M | 32.7% |
| 2018 | $174.40M | $110.20M | 63.2% |
| 2017 | $159.50M | $850.90M | 533.5% |
| 2016 | $230.00M | $0 | 0.0% |
| 2015 | $239.00M | $0 | 0.0% |
| 2014 | $191.80M | $0 | 0.0% |
| 2013 | $190.10M | $0 | 0.0% |
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.
Lamb Weston Holdings, 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
Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. FCF Payout Ratio FAQ
- What is the FCF payout ratio for Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. (LW)?
- The FCF payout ratio for LW stock is 33.63%.
- Is Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc.'s FCF payout ratio high or low?
- Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc.'s FCF payout ratio of 33.63% is 58% below its 5-year average of 79.30%, near the low end of its 5-year range (29.85%–135.65%).
- What is the 3Y average FCF payout ratio for Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. (LW)?
- The 3Y average FCF payout ratio for LW stock is 111.09%.
- What is the 5Y average FCF payout ratio for Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. (LW)?
- The 5Y average FCF payout ratio for LW stock is 79.30%.
Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. FCF Payout Ratio History
| DATE | FCF PAYOUT RATIO |
|---|---|
| 2025-05-25 | 89.92% |
| 2023-05-28 | 135.65% |
| 2022-05-29 | 107.70% |
| 2021-05-30 | 33.37% |
| 2020-05-31 | 29.85% |
| 2019-05-31 | 32.68% |
| 2018-05-31 | 63.19% |
| 2017-05-31 | 533.48% |
About Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc.
Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. is a prominent global entity specializing in the manufacturing, distribution, and sale of enhanced frozen potato items. Its operations are structured across four distinct segments: Global, Foodservice, Retail, and Other. The company's product portfolio encompasses frozen potatoes, various commercial ingredients, and appetizers. These are offered both under its flagship "Lamb Weston" brand and tailored to numerous customer labels. Furthermore, the company leverages its proprietary brands, such as Grown in Idaho and Alexia, alongside other licensed trademarks and private label brands for retailers. Beyond potatoes, Lamb Weston also maintains interests in the vegetable and dairy sectors. Its extensive client base includes both retail and foodservice channels, ranging from major grocery chains, mass merchandisers, club stores, and specialty retailers to diverse businesses, educational institutions, independent and regional chain restaurants, and convenience stores. Established in 1950, the corporation maintains its principal executive offices in Eagle, Idaho.
- Sector
- Consumer Defensive
- Industry
- Packaged Foods
- CEO
- Michael Jared Smith