AXP FCF Yield Analysis
Updated 84h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
A FCF yield of 6.9% means that for every $100 of AXP's market value, the company generates $6.90 in free cash flow—the cash left after covering operating expenses and capital spending.
Sector Performance
76th percentileAXP
7.0%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
9.3%
Prior Period
6.9%(Aug 2026)
Deep Analysis
A FCF yield of 6.9% means that for every $100 of AXP's market value, the company generates $6.90 in free cash flow—the cash left after covering operating expenses and capital spending.
This sits well above the sector median of 4.1%, placing AXP in the 75th percentile among its peers. The metric is stable over the last eight quarters, with a year-over-year change that is not available and a quarter-over-quarter rise of +1.5%, moving from 6.8% to 6.9% most recently. The combination of a high yield relative to peers and a stable, slightly improving trend suggests a consistent cash generation profile without a sharp re-rating or deterioration, offering modest income potential but limited upside surprise. This level and trend imply a balanced risk-opportunity setup—not a deep value trap, but not a high-growth catalyst either. The metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as the FCF yield is above average but stable, neither compelling an overweight position nor signaling a red flag.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the FCF Yield tell investors about AXP?
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.
Who are AXP's closest peers by FCF Yield?
The closest peers by FCF Yield include: RARE (-18.7%), CG (-19.3%), RXRX (-20.3%), PLUG (-22.0%), NTLA (-22.5%).
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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.
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7.0%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
9.3%
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