FCF Yield
Higher than 67% of Technology sector peers
Updated 1904h ago
Sector Performance
67th percentileADSK
4.5%
Sector Median
2.7%
Sector Avg
-0.2%
Deep Analysis
Autodesk's current free cash flow (FCF) yield of 4.5% means that for every $100 you invest in the stock, the company generates $4.50 in cash that can be returned to shareholders or reinvested — a measure of how cheaply the stock is valued relative to its cash generation.
This yield sits above the sector median of 3.3%, placing Autodesk in the 67th percentile among its technology peers, indicating it offers a higher cash return than two-thirds of comparable companies. The year-over-year and quarter-over-quarter changes are both listed as N/A, and the trend over the last eight quarters is also N/A, so no directional movement is available to assess. Because the current FCF yield is above the sector median but lacks a trend, the level alone suggests a modestly attractive valuation, though the absence of trend data adds uncertainty about whether that yield is stable or deteriorating. This metric supports the overall BULLISH verdict, as a FCF yield above the peer median typically signals a more favorable risk/reward profile for long-term investors.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the FCF Yield tell investors about ADSK?
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 ADSK's FCF Yield compare to its sector?
ADSK's FCF Yield of 4.5% compares to a Technology sector median of 2.7%, placing it in the 67th percentile.
Who are ADSK's closest peers by FCF Yield?
The closest Technology peers by FCF Yield include: AMBA (2.1%), NVDA (2.0%), MODN (2.0%), APP (1.7%), AVGO (1.5%).
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.
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4.5%
Sector Median
2.7%
Sector Avg
-0.2%
How ADSK's FCF Yield compares to sector peers.
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