Alibaba's free cash flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in September 2024 was $21,384 million, with $4,443 million generated in the months ended September 2024.
When discussing "free cash" in the context of a company's financial health, it often refers to Free Cash Flow (FCF). Free Cash Flow is a critical financial metric that represents the cash a company generates after accounting for cash outflows to support operations and maintain its capital assets. It indicates how much cash is available for the company to repay debt, pay dividends, repurchase shares, or invest in new ventures without hindering its ongoing operations.
While "free cash" might informally refer to a company's total cash and equivalents on hand that are not earmarked for specific liabilities, the provided financial data specifically pertains to Alibaba Group Holding's Free Cash Flow over distinct periods.
Alibaba's Free Cash Flow Overview
Alibaba's ability to generate substantial free cash flow highlights its strong operational efficiency and profitability. This generated cash can be strategically deployed to enhance shareholder value or fund future growth initiatives.
Here's a breakdown of Alibaba's recent Free Cash Flow figures:
| Period Ended | Free Cash Flow (Millions USD) |
|---|---|
| Sep. 2024 | $4,443 |
| TTM Sep. 2024 | $21,384 |
- Months Ended Sep. 2024: This figure represents the free cash flow generated during a specific quarter or period ending in September 2024.
- Trailing Twelve Months (TTM) Ended Sep. 2024: The TTM figure provides a more comprehensive view, summing up the free cash flow generated over the most recent 12-month period, offering a smoother perspective on a company's cash-generating capabilities by mitigating seasonal fluctuations.
These figures underscore Alibaba Group Holding's robust financial performance in generating cash from its operations, a key indicator for investors assessing a company's intrinsic value and financial stability. For more detailed financial data, reputable financial platforms like GuruFocus offer comprehensive analyses of Free Cash Flow and other critical metrics for major corporations.
