BUD FCF Yield Analysis
Updated 203h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
A 7.3% free cash flow yield means that for every $100 of market value, the company generates $7.30 in annual free cash flow — the cash left after covering operating costs and capital spending.
Sector Performance
78th percentileBUD
7.3%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
9.3%
Prior Period
7.2%(Jul 2026)
Deep Analysis
A 7.3% free cash flow yield means that for every $100 of market value, the company generates $7.30 in annual free cash flow — the cash left after covering operating costs and capital spending.
This sits well above the sector median of 4.2%, placing BUD in the 78th percentile among peers. The metric is stable over the last eight quarters, with no year-over-year change reported and a quarter-over-quarter increase of +1.4% (from 7.2% to 7.3%). The combination of an above-median yield and a steady trend points to consistent cash generation without recent deterioration, which lowers downside risk but also offers no sign of improving momentum. This level supports a neutral stance: the yield is attractive relative to peers, but the flat trend provides no catalyst for a more bullish or bearish view. The metric therefore aligns with the overall NEUTRAL verdict rather than contradicting it.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the FCF Yield tell investors about BUD?
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 BUD'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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7.3%
Sector Median
4.2%
Sector Avg
9.3%
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