FCF Yield
Higher than 57% of Industrials sector peers
Updated 440h ago
Sector Performance
57th percentileCARR
3.5%
Sector Median
1.6%
Sector Avg
-29.6%
Deep Analysis
Carrier Global's free cash flow (FCF) yield of 3.5% means that for every dollar invested in the stock, the company generates about 3.5 cents of cash after expenses — a measure of cash return to investors.
This yield sits above the Industrials sector median of 1.5%, placing Carrier in the 63rd percentile among its peers. However, the metric has been decreasing over the last eight quarters, with a quarter-over-quarter decline of -2.8% and no year-over-year comparison available. The combination of an above-median but falling FCF yield indicates that while the cash return is still relatively attractive, the downward trend introduces uncertainty about future cash generation. This pattern does not contradict but rather supports the overall CAUTIOUS verdict, as a declining yield reduces the metric's current appeal and signals potential headwinds.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the FCF Yield tell investors about CARR?
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 CARR's FCF Yield compare to its sector?
CARR's FCF Yield of 3.5% compares to a Industrials sector median of 1.6%, placing it in the 57th percentile.
Who are CARR's closest peers by FCF Yield?
The closest Industrials peers by FCF Yield include: PWR (1.6%), MMM (1.7%), SAIA (0.2%), AXON (0.2%), BE (0.1%).
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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3.5%
Sector Median
1.6%
Sector Avg
-29.6%
How CARR's FCF Yield compares to sector peers.
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