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AAPL FCF Yield Analysis

2.2%

Higher than 46% of Technology sector peers

Updated 1977h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

Apple’s current free cash flow (FCF) yield of 2.6% means that for every $100 of its stock price, the company generates $2.60 in free cash flow — a measure of cash left after capital spending.

Sector Performance

46th percentile

AAPL

2.2%

Sector Median

2.5%

Sector Avg

3.9%

Prior Period

2.6%(Apr 2026)

↓ Declining

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Deep Analysis

Apple’s current free cash flow (FCF) yield of 2.6% means that for every $100 of its stock price, the company generates $2.60 in free cash flow — a measure of cash left after capital spending.

This yield sits below the sector median of 2.9%, placing Apple in the 35th percentile among Technology peers. The metric has been perfectly stable over the past eight quarters, with no change year-over-year (+0.0%) or quarter-over-quarter (+0.0%). A flat trend at a below-median level suggests limited upside from cash-flow valuation alone, but also signals consistent cash generation without deterioration. This stable, mid-tier yield does not contradict the overall BULLISH verdict — the bullish case likely relies on other strengths such as revenue growth or product cycles, while the FCF yield simply reflects a steady, unexciting cash return profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the FCF Yield tell investors about AAPL?

One of the purest measures of value. High FCF yield means the company generates a lot of cash relative to its price — favoured by value investors.

How is the FCF Yield calculated?

FCF Yield is calculated as: Free Cash Flow / Market Cap.

How does AAPL's FCF Yield compare to its sector?

AAPL's FCF Yield of 2.2% compares to a Technology sector median of 2.5%, placing it in the 46th percentile.

Who are AAPL's closest peers by FCF Yield?

The closest Technology peers by FCF Yield include: SMAR (2.4%), ANSS (2.6%), AMBA (2.1%), MODN (2.0%), MSFT (1.9%).

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The Formula

Free Cash Flow / Market Cap

Why It Matters

One of the purest measures of value. High FCF yield means the company generates a lot of cash relative to its price — favoured by value investors.