BSX FCF Yield Analysis
Updated 245h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
The current free cash flow (FCF) yield of 5.0% means that for every dollar of BSX’s stock price, the company generates 5.0 cents in cash from operations after paying for capital expenses – a measure of how much cash return an investor gets relative to the share price.
Sector Performance
56th percentileBSX
4.7%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
9.2%
Prior Period
5.0%(Jul 2026)
Deep Analysis
The current free cash flow (FCF) yield of 5.0% means that for every dollar of BSX’s stock price, the company generates 5.0 cents in cash from operations after paying for capital expenses – a measure of how much cash return an investor gets relative to the share price.
This yield sits above the sector median of 4.2%, placing BSX in the 58th percentile among its peers, indicating it offers a slightly better cash return than most companies in its industry. The trend is not available for the year-over-year comparison, but quarter-over-quarter the FCF yield dropped 7.4%, moving from 5.4% to 5.0% based on the two most recent historical values. The combination of a yield that is above the median but has recently declined suggests a moderate cash‑generation profile that has weakened in the near term, introducing some caution for investors seeking consistent cash returns. This metric neither strongly supports nor contradicts the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as the above‑median level provides an opportunity while the downward quarter‑over‑quarter move tempers enthusiasm, aligning with a balanced assessment.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the FCF Yield tell investors about BSX?
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 BSX's closest peers by FCF Yield?
The closest peers by FCF Yield include: JACK (23.5%), BBWI (23.7%), YELP (25.7%), MET (27.9%), WIX (29.2%).
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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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4.7%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
9.2%
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