SLB N.V. (SLB) FCF Payout Ratio: 36.48%
Is SLB N.V.’s FCF payout ratio high or low?
SLB N.V.'s FCF payout ratio of 36.48% is 16% below its 5-year average of 43.25%, near the low end of its 5-year range (20.14%–100.41%).
The FCF payout ratio for SLB N.V. (SLB) is 36.48%. It is above its 12-month average by 7.80% (33.84%).
SLB FCF Payout Ratio Chart
SLB Average FCF Payout Ratio Chart
SLB Current vs Average FCF Payout Ratio Chart
SLB FCF Payout Ratio Metrics
FCF PAYOUT RATIO
36.48%
FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG TTM
33.84%
FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 3Y
34.74%
FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 5Y
43.25%
FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 10Y
56.43%
FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 15Y
54.16%
FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 20Y
48.69%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+7.80%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+5.01%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-15.65%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-35.35%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-32.64%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-25.08%
Payout Ratio Comparison
FCF Payout Ratio
36.5%
Earnings Payout Ratio
48.7%
Dividend Yield
2.08%
FCF Yield
5.54%
Annual FCF Payout Ratio History
| Year | Free Cash Flow | Dividends Paid | FCF Payout Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4.79B | $1.60B | 33.4% |
| 2024 | $4.47B | $1.53B | 34.3% |
| 2023 | $4.54B | $1.32B | 29.0% |
| 2022 | $2.00B | $848.00M | 42.3% |
| 2021 | $3.47B | $699.00M | 20.1% |
| 2020 | $1.73B | $1.73B | 100.4% |
| 2019 | $3.48B | $2.77B | 79.7% |
| 2018 | $3.45B | $2.77B | 80.2% |
| 2017 | $3.28B | $2.78B | 84.7% |
| 2016 | $3.58B | $2.65B | 74.0% |
| 2015 | $5.68B | $2.42B | 42.6% |
| 2014 | $6.92B | $1.97B | 28.4% |
| 2013 | $5.45B | $1.61B | 29.5% |
| 2012 | $1.64B | $1.43B | 87.2% |
| 2011 | $2.15B | $1.30B | 60.4% |
| 2010 | $2.58B | $1.04B | 40.3% |
| 2009 | $2.64B | $1.01B | 38.1% |
| 2008 | $2.83B | $964.14M | 34.1% |
| 2007 | $3.07B | $771.35M | 25.1% |
| 2006 | $2.31B | $567.67M | 24.5% |
| 2005 | $1.41B | $481.58M | 34.1% |
| 2004 | $680.82M | $441.22M | 64.8% |
| 2003 | $1.08B | $437.02M | 40.5% |
| 2002 | $850.56M | $433.13M | 50.9% |
| 2001 | ($484.46M) | $430.33M | N/A (Loss) |
| 2000 | $386.10M | $426.46M | 110.5% |
| 1999 | $593.30M | $410.50M | 69.2% |
| 1998 | $415.70M | $388.40M | 93.4% |
| 1997 | $212.00M | $370.80M | 174.9% |
| 1996 | $244.10M | $366.80M | 150.3% |
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.
SLB N.V. 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
SLB N.V. FCF Payout Ratio FAQ
- What is the FCF payout ratio for SLB N.V. (SLB)?
- The FCF payout ratio for SLB stock is 36.48%.
- Is SLB N.V.'s FCF payout ratio high or low?
- SLB N.V.'s FCF payout ratio of 36.48% is 16% below its 5-year average of 43.25%, near the low end of its 5-year range (20.14%–100.41%).
- What is the TTM average FCF payout ratio for SLB N.V. (SLB)?
- The TTM average FCF payout ratio for SLB stock is 33.84%.
- What is the 3Y average FCF payout ratio for SLB N.V. (SLB)?
- The 3Y average FCF payout ratio for SLB stock is 34.74%.
- What is the 5Y average FCF payout ratio for SLB N.V. (SLB)?
- The 5Y average FCF payout ratio for SLB stock is 43.25%.
- What is the 10Y average FCF payout ratio for SLB N.V. (SLB)?
- The 10Y average FCF payout ratio for SLB stock is 56.43%.
- What is the 15Y average FCF payout ratio for SLB N.V. (SLB)?
- The 15Y average FCF payout ratio for SLB stock is 54.16%.
- What is the 20Y average FCF payout ratio for SLB N.V. (SLB)?
- The 20Y average FCF payout ratio for SLB stock is 48.69%.
SLB N.V. FCF Payout Ratio History
| DATE | FCF PAYOUT RATIO |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 33.41% |
| 2024-12-31 | 34.27% |
| 2023-12-31 | 28.98% |
| 2022-12-31 | 42.29% |
| 2021-12-31 | 20.14% |
| 2020-12-31 | 100.41% |
| 2019-12-31 | 79.66% |
| 2018-12-31 | 80.22% |
| 2017-12-31 | 84.70% |
| 2016-12-31 | 74.02% |
| 2015-12-31 | 42.62% |
| 2014-12-31 | 28.43% |
| 2013-12-31 | 29.51% |
| 2012-12-31 | 87.21% |
| 2011-12-31 | 60.38% |
| 2010-12-31 | 40.31% |
| 2009-12-31 | 38.09% |
| 2008-12-31 | 34.07% |
| 2007-12-31 | 25.14% |
| 2006-12-31 | 24.54% |
| 2005-12-31 | 34.12% |
| 2004-12-31 | 64.81% |
| 2003-12-31 | 40.49% |
| 2002-12-31 | 50.92% |
| 2000-12-31 | 110.45% |
| 1999-12-31 | 69.19% |
| 1998-12-31 | 93.43% |
| 1997-12-31 | 174.91% |
| 1996-12-31 | 150.27% |
About SLB N.V.
SLB N.V. operates as a global technology provider for the energy sector. The company's operations are organized into four key divisions: Digital & Integration, Reservoir Performance, Well Construction, and Production Systems. SLB delivers a wide array of services, including the development of oil and gas fields, hydrocarbon production optimization, carbon management solutions, and the integration of interconnected energy infrastructures. It also specializes in reservoir interpretation and processing of exploration data, alongside offering solutions for well construction and enhancing production efficiency. Their expertise extends to evaluating subsurface geology and fluid dynamics. The firm provides stimulation services, such as hydraulic fracturing, matrix stimulation, and water treatment, designed to restore or boost well productivity for oil and gas operators. Additionally, they offer essential intervention services. Within drilling operations, SLB furnishes mud logging, directional drilling, measurement-while-drilling (MWD), and logging-while-drilling (LWD) services, complemented by comprehensive engineering support. They supply advanced drilling fluid systems and are involved in the design, manufacturing, and marketing of both roller cone and fixed cutter drill bits. Their portfolio further includes bottom-hole assembly and borehole enlargement technologies. The company provides end-to-end well planning and drilling services, encompassing engineering, supervision, logistics, procurement, and third-party contracting, along with drilling rig management solutions. This covers a range of drilling equipment and services, including land drilling rigs. For production, SLB offers artificial lift solutions, an assortment of packers, safety valves, sand control technologies, and various intelligent monitoring systems. Their offerings extend to midstream production systems, specialized valves, chokes, actuators, and surface trees. A significant part of their business is OneSubsea, which delivers integrated solutions, products, and services for subsea applications, such as wellheads, subsea trees, manifolds, flowline connectors, control systems, and other connection technologies. Historically known as Schlumberger Limited, the company is slated to formally adopt its new name, SLB N.V., in October 2025. Established in 1926, SLB N.V. maintains its corporate headquarters in Houston, Texas.
- Sector
- Energy
- Industry
- Oil & Gas Equipment & Services
- CEO
- Olivier Le Peuch